Therapists from Excela Health Outpatient Rehabilitation are trained in
lymphedema assessment, management and treatment, helping you improve your
quality of life. A physician prescription is needed, but patients can
call directly and we will obtain the prescription and approval from your
physician.
What to Expect
Complete decongestive therapy can help and may involve:
Decongestive massage
Manual lymph drainage
Compression bandaging
Proper skin care instructions
Self-bandaging techniques
Exercise/movement routine
Evaluation of individual and functional limitations.
We take a medical history, perform a functional assessment and evaluate
lifestyle demands. We also explain potential treatment, therapy and results.