02/03/2025
Today kicks off lymphoedema awareness week.
Lymphoedema affects lots of people and for many different reasons.
At One Life, we are very fortunate to have physiotherapist, Kirrienne apart of our team. Kirrienne is an Accredited Lymphoedema Practitioner who can treat all areas of the body including complex lymphoedema.
Here are some interesting facts which you may not know about lymphoedema…
👉 You can be born with
lymphoedema
👉 Lymphoedema can affect any part of the body such as; ge****ls, breasts, neck and face
👉 Traumatic injuries and surgery can cause lymphoedema
👉 Lifestyle factors can cause lymphoedema
👉 treatments for cancer can cause lymphoedema including surgery and radiation
👉 Chronic long term infections can cause damage to the lymphatic system
It’s really important to pick up lymphoedema early. Here are some warning signs that you may have lymphoedema;
👉 Transient swelling of a limb or other region of the body
👉 Recurrent cellulitis
👉 Feelings of aching, heaviness, stiffness in the affected body part
👉 Decreased range of movement in the affected area
👉 Tightness in the affected area
If you’d like to make an appointment to see Kirrienne please call us on 53321948 or, book online at www.onelifehg.com.au