Lymphoedema care

Our service provides specialist care for the management of primary and secondary lymphoedema. 

Lymphoedema is a swelling that occurs when the lymphatic system does not drain fluid properly. It can affect any part of the body but is most often seen in the arms or legs.

Lymphoedema management requires specialist intervention and our dedicated therapy staff provide a personalised care plan for each patient.

The innovative approach we take ensures we remain at the forefront of current developments in the management of lymphoedema. Cromwell Hospital invests heavily in modern technology and staff development to support a cutting edge and modern approach to treatment.

Our service supports patients recovering from:

  • breast surgery
  • the effects of cancer treatment
  • surgery, such as procedures which may have affected the lymphatic system and caused swelling and/or bruising
  • sports injuries resulting in swelling

Lymphoedema treatment

For the management of lymphoedema, our service includes:

  • general education about the condition
  • advice on skincare
  • exercise
  • manual lymphatic drainage and simple lymphatic drainage compression – garment fitting and bandaging
  • manual therapy
  • connective tissue mobilisation
  • low-level laser therapy

If you have developed lymphoedema after undergoing head and neck cancer treatment at Cromwell Hospital, you may be referred to our team of Lymphoedema Therapists for specialist care.

Our therapists provide education, manual lymphatic drainage, exercise therapy, scar management, and compression therapy, with a focus on supporting patients with self-management strategies.

Paying for your treatment

We welcome both self-paying and insured patients.

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