SPECIALTY CLINICS

LYMPHOEDEMA CARE

Lymphoedema is a condition that can cause significant swelling of the arm or leg region due to the buildup of extracellular fluid, a secondary impact of lymph node removal or damage with cancer treatment.

The risk of Lymphoedema depends on the extent of surgery or treatment and whether lymph node dissection is performed. Current research into breast cancer treatment suggests the risk to be approx. 30% with radiation to the axilla, 20% following axillary node dissection and up to 5% with Sentinel node biopsy.

We are passionate about helping women prevent or minimise Lymphoedema and believe that the battle against Lymphoedema should not begin once swelling is already visibly present but ideally before it is evident.

We are proud to use the SOZO machine as a part of our Lymphoedema program, as it’s the global leader in non-invasive fluid and tissue analysis playing an integral role in the early detection and monitoring of Lymphoedema.

We are excited to be able to offer the SOZOthrive technology at Women in Focus. It uses Impedimed’s Bio-Impedance Spectroscopy (BIS) technology. This technology is clinically proven for assessing fluid status and is considered the Gold Standard in Bio-Impedance Spectroscopy. SOZO is a non-invasive tool that enables the earliest detection of fluid accumulation and has been shown to reduce the incidence of clinical Lymphoedema by almost 90%.

We also provide complex Lymphoedema Therapy services including:

  • Manual Lymph Drainage

  • Compression therapy

  • Skin care and

  • Prescription of appropriate exercises

We have recently received delivery of the new MLS laser which will assist us in providing our patients with the very highest level of specialised care. The dual wavelength delivery of the MLS laser has been shown to promote soft tissue healing including scar and wound healing, radiation dermatitis and radiation fibrosis. The laser has anti-oedema and anti-inflammatory properties, including treatment for breast oedema, haematomas, lymphoedema and dermal back flow. It is safe to use on breast implants.

 
 

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