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Lymphoedema
& Laser Therapy
286 Greenhill Road Glenside, South Australia, 5065 Telephone: (08) 8338 6300 Facsimile: (08) 8338 6200 Email: info@lympholaser.com.au |
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Monday - Friday 8.30 am - 5.00 pm
Saturday 8.00 am - 12.00 pm
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Put control back into life with Lymphoedema &
Laser Therapy
by Physiotherapists Ann Thelander A.U.A., M.A.P.A.
• Laser Therapy • Mobilisation •
Robyn Heddle A.U.A.,M.A.P.A.
Complex Physical Therapy
Lymphoedema is for life but your life does not have
to be ruled by Lymphoedema
Also available
• Psychologist
• Dietician
• General Physiotherapy
• Massage Therapist
LYMPHOEDEMA
THERAPY
Lymphoedema is a swelling of soft tissue as a result of the accumulation
initially of protein rich fluid in the extracellular spaces. If untreated,
this is eventually replaced by fibrous tissue.
Lymphoedema Management Therapy is a team approach by physiotherapists Robyn Heddle and Ann Thelander and you, for the optimal control of your Lymphoedema.
Our is aim is for a total quality outcome adding a new zest to your life!
The benefits of Complex Physical Therapy and Laser Therapy:
• Safe, non-invasive treatment
• Increased self esteem
• Improved mobility and comfort
• The ability to self manage your limbs through our own educational program
There are a number of types of Lymphoedema:
Primary
Lymphoedema occurs without any known precipitating cause and is due
to inadequate or non-functional lymphatic vessels which reduces the
ability of the lymphatic system to carry fluid load from the tissues.
The most common causes are surgery involving the lymph nodes, radiation
therapy, vascular diseases and trauma. It is most often seen following
surgery for cancer of the breast, pelvic area and resection for lymphomas
and melanomas.
Symptoms of Lymphoedema
As Lymphoedema progresses the involved areas swell more. Mobility can
be severely impaired with the skin over the area involved becoming taut
and dry.
Laser Therapy
The laser used produces light energy at two particular wavelengths.
This light penetrates the tissues to 3½ centimetres and is absorbed
by the cells. This light has a stimulating effect on the tissues.
Laser Therapy (using a scanning laser) helps Lymphoedema by:
• Softening scar tissue
• Softening hardened fibrosed areas
• Stimulating the lymph vessels to pump faster
• Stimulating the growth of new lymph vessels and thereby increasing the drainage of the limb
• Reducing pain
Pictures before and after lymphoedema therapy:
LASER
THERAPY
Ann Thelander has used lasers since 1986. In 1993 Ann and Professor
Neil Piller conducted a pilot study using the scanning laser for lymphoedema
and were the first in the world to publish on this treatment.
Ann Thelander is a highly regarded therapist and speaks at medical conferences
all over the world about her work with lymphoedema and laser treatment.
Laser is also very effective in the treatment of sports injuries, arthritis, varicose ulcers and acne.