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Baw Baw Lymphoedema, Suite 2 22-26 Princes Way, Drouin (2026)

26/11/2025

Baw Baw Lymphoedema Approach and Values

💫Advocacy for Lymphoedema Awareness💫

Lymphoedema is often underdiagnosed or misunderstood, a core part of our role is to advocate for you and others living with the condition. This includes helping you feel informed and supported, as well as working to increase awareness among other health professionals and within the community. By promoting better understanding of lymphoedema, we can improve early recognition, access to care, and overall support for those affected.
Our approach combines effective clinical management with compassionate, long-term care. The goal is to empower you to manage your lymphoedema confidently while maintaining comfort, independence, and quality of life.

26/11/2025

Baw Baw Lymphoedema Approach and Values

💫Collaboration with Other Health
Professionals💫

As lymphoedema often occurs secondary to other medical conditions, particularly cancer treatments, a collaborative approach with oncologists, dermatologists, general practitioners, and other allied health professionals ensures comprehensive management. Coordinating care helps provide seamless treatment, addressing the root causes and the consequences of the condition.

24/11/2025

Baw Baw Lymphoedema Approach and Values

💫Evidence-Based Practice and Innovation💫

Incorporating the latest research and technology is important in our practice. Staying informed about advancements in compression technology, surgical interventions, and non-invasive therapies ensures that our patients receive the most effective treatments. Continuous professional development and participation in lymphoedema-specific research or training align with our commitment to providing high-quality care.

24/11/2025

Baw Baw Lymphoedema Approach and Values

💫Compassion and Long-Term Support💫

Lymphoedema is often a lifelong condition, and it often requires long-term management and monitoring. A compassionate approach that acknowledges the emotional burden of living with this condition is vital. Establishing a long-term therapeutic relationship where patients feel supported and understood fosters better outcomes, enhances client confidence and wellbeing and leads to increased patient satisfaction.

21/11/2025

Baw Baw Lymphoedema Approach and Values

💫Holistic and Comprehensive Care💫

Managing lymphoedema often requires a multidisciplinary approach, integrating both physical and psychological aspects of care. A holistic approach considers not only the physical symptoms but also the emotional and mental toll of living with a chronic condition. Supporting patients with resources for mental health, social support, and community connections is an integral part of our comprehensive care.

20/11/2025

Baw Baw Lymphoedema Approach and Values

💫Preventative Care and Early Intervention💫

At our clinic, we know a key value in lymphoedema management is the prevention of complications. Our preventative care and early intervention services are designed to catch the earliest signs of lymphoedema, reduce swelling, and protect clients from complications such as cellulitis.
By taking a proactive approach, we help clients stay active, confident, and in control of their health while reducing the need for more complex treatments later on. This not only improves wellbeing but also delivers long-term value through fewer medical appointments, faster recovery, and reduced downtime.

18/11/2025

Baw Baw Lymphoedema Approach and Values

💫Individualised Care Plans💫

Every person living with lymphoedema is different, with their own needs, symptoms, and factors that can affect their condition. That’s why we create treatment plans that are tailored specifically to you.
Your plan may include a combination of gentle manual lymphatic drainage, compression therapy, good skin care, simple exercises, and clear guidance to help you understand and manage your condition.
Our goal is to make sure your treatment feels personal, manageable, and supportive every step of the way

18/11/2025

Baw Baw Lymphoedema Approach and Values

💫Patient Empowerment and Education💫

Lymphoedema is a long-term condition, and empowering patients with the knowledge and skills to manage their symptoms is essential.
We place a strong emphasis on educating individuals about the nature of the condition, effective self-care techniques, compression therapy, and lifestyle adjustments that help prevent flare-ups.
This education strengthens patient autonomy and builds confidence, enabling people to take an active role in managing their own health.

06/10/2025

In honour of Breast Cancer Awareness Month - We would like to take this opportunity to spotlight our Cancer Rehab Classes 🌸

During and after cancer treatment, it’s common to feel deconditioned, fatigued or limited by pain. We understand that no two cancer journeys are the same, your body deserves an individualised approach to recovery.

That’s why we’ve created our Cancer Rehab Group Class: a supportive, fun, small, chair based exercise program designed to help you safely rebuild strength, improve energy, and regain confidence in your body.

💪 What you’ll gain:
-Gentle, modified exercises tailored to your needs
-Improved muscle and bone strength
-Reduced fatigue and pain
-Enhanced posture, balance and sleep
-Lower risk of cancer recurrence
-A boost to mood, energy and overall quality of life

Who can join?
Anyone who has ever been diagnosed with any type or stage of cancer. Cancer doesn’t discriminate and neither do we.

This October, in honour of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, take the next step in your recovery journey. Let us help you get back to doing the things you love in a safe, supportive and uplifting environment.

📍 Baw Baw Physio & Fitness
Suite 2/22-26 Princes Way, Drouin.

06/10/2025

Lymphoedema therapists empower breast cancer patients by giving them the tools, treatments, and support needed to reduce swelling, restore function, and live more confidently after diagnosis and treatment.

Here are some key ways we can provide support:

🩷Early Education & Prevention
-Teach patients how to recognise early signs of lymphoedema (tightness, heaviness, swelling).
-Provide strategies for reducing risk, such as skin care, safe exercise, and avoiding infections or injuries to the affected arm.

🩷 Individualised Assessment & Monitoring
-Monitor progress regularly and tailor interventions to each patient’s stage and needs.

🩷 Hands-On Treatment
-Manual lymphatic drainage.
-Compression therapy to control swelling.
-Prescribe exercise programs that promote lymphatic flow and overall fitness.

🩷 Skin Care & Infection Prevention
-Provide practical tips for wound care, moisturising, and skin hygiene

🩷 Functional & Emotional Support
-Help patients regain confidence in movement, strength, and body image after breast surgery or radiation.
-Support return to work, family responsibilities, and social activities.
-Provide emotional reassurance and a safe space to discuss concerns about cancer recovery and long-term health.

06/10/2025

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women, but early detection can save lives.
This month, let’s stand together to raise awareness, encourage regular check-ups, and support those affected. 💕

-Know the signs
-Book your screening
-Wear pink to show your support

Every step we take brings us closer to a future without breast cancer. 💗

30/06/2025

Pilates can offer a range of benefits for individuals with lipoedema. While Pilates doesn’t cure lipoedema, it can help manage symptoms and improve overall well-being while contributing to an active lifestyle without triggering pain flare-ups.

Here are the key benefits:

🔹 1. Improved Lymphatic Flow
Pilates encourages gentle, rhythmic movements that can help stimulate lymphatic circulation and reduce fluid build-up.

🔹 2. Reduced Pain and Discomfort
The low-impact nature of Pilates reduces strain on joints and muscles while helping improve muscle balance and alignment, which may reduce discomfort.

🔹 3. Increased Strength and Muscle Tone
Pilates helps strengthen the deep stabilising muscles, especially the core, glutes, and thighs. Building muscle can help support the affected limbs better and improve overall body function without overloading the joints.

🔹 4. Improved Mobility and Flexibility
Pilates emphasises controlled, full-range movements, which can enhance joint mobility and tissue elasticity.

🔹 5. Postural Alignment and Balance
Lipoedema can affect posture and movement patterns due to changes in body shape and discomfort. Pilates trains body awareness and alignment, helping reduce compensatory movements and supporting better posture.

🔹 6. Mental Health and Body Image
Pilates promotes a mind-body connection, reduces stress, and can improve confidence and body awareness in a non-judgmental environment.

We offer clinical Pilates classes of mat and reformer.
Wanting to know more?

Call us on 5625 1631 📞

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