Bridging the gap between compliance and therapy
What is lymphedema?
Lymphedema occurs when areas of the lymphatic system are damaged or blocked, causing a back-up of fluids and proteins within the tissue space. For varying reasons unique to each person, the lymphatic system is not able to effectively return the lymph fluid back to the central venous system.
There is a progression in damage that takes place with lymphedema. The stage of lymphatic damage and symptoms lays the groundwork on the type of lymphatic treatment that is warranted.
A thorough assessment of the individual is key in understanding the progression of lymphatic disease as well as combining factors that may be attributing to swelling. Therefore, a comprehensive medical history is imperative.
symptoms
Discomfort, “heavy” and/or “tight” feeling in the affected areas
Swelling of the arms, legs, or other parts of the body
Reduced range of motion
Skin changes
Can lead to additional complications such as infections, wounds and further mechanical failure or disease progression within the lymphatic system
Causes
Chronic venous insufficiency
Cancer-related treatments
Obesity
Surgeries
Hereditary/genetic conditions
Other comorbidities
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We treat ACUTE SWELLING and discomfort due to:
We treat CHRONIC SWELLING and discomfort due to:
Surgical procedures
Hereditary disorders
Orthopedic injury and/or surgery
Lymphedema
Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI)
Lipedema
Cancer and cancer-related treatments and/or surgery
Connective tissue disorders and other chronic pain conditions
Lyme Disease
Compression Therapies
Stay Strong Therapies offers ready-made and customized compression therapy for swelling disorders, with a focus on lymphedema. We are passionate about integrating innovative compression therapy combinations to achieve optimal results — during active and maintenance phases of treatment.