Lymphedema Care

Breast Area Lymphedema

Care for lymphatic swelling in the chest and arm after breast surgery.

Swelling of the breast, chest wall, and arm can develop after breast surgery or radiation. Specialist care helps reduce discomfort and prevent progression.

Benefits
  • Softer, more comfortable chest wall
  • Better shoulder range of motion
  • Confidence to return to daily activity
Overview

What to expect

Manual lymphatic drainage, targeted exercise, scar tissue work, and correctly fitted compression — sequenced across an intensive phase and a maintenance phase.

How a session runs

  1. 01
    Assess

    Volume measurements, scar review, shoulder mobility screen.

  2. 02
    Reduce

    Manual lymphatic drainage and compression tailored to the chest and arm.

  3. 03
    Strengthen

    Graded exercise to restore shoulder function safely.

Frequently asked

Can I lift weights again?

Yes, gradually. We build a progressive program that respects the tissue.

How urgent is treatment?

Earlier is better — early-stage swelling responds fastest.

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