Lipoedema
Lipoedema affects 11% women worldwide.
Lipoedema is a chronic hereditary condition that occurs almost exclusively in women. This condition usually appears at puberty and is characterised by larger hips and heavy legs, arms are also affected in some cases. It causes bilateral symmetrical and disproportionate fatty tissue distribution usually between hip and ankle where legs are affected. Fat pads can be felt in the affected area. The skin can be easily bruised and women affected complain about heaviness of the limb and tightness of the tissue. Affected body area can be very sensitive to touch and pressure.
Dealing with Lipoedema can be a lonely and challenging journey. Affected individuals are encouraged to speak with their health care provider to discuss the treatment options that are available to manage their symptoms. Lipoedema support groups are an excellent platform where patients can share their experience and knowledge to empower each other. Lipoedema Western Australia is one of such Facebook group here in Perth.
Talk to your GP
Talking to your GP and obtaining a correct diagnosis of your lipoedema is crucial in exploring the treatment options that are available to you. Other conditions such as lymphoedema can exist alongside lipoedema (lipolymphoedema), which is another reason why a correct diagnosis by your GP is very important.
At Perth Lymphoedema Clinic we offer Combined Decongestive Therapy -Dr.Vodder method of Manual Lymphatic Drainage , Correct type of made to measure or off the shelf compression garment and Excercise advise. We equip you with self-management strategies and information pertaining to your lipoedema so that you can take control of your selfcare.
Combined Decongestive Therapy has a crucial role before and after liposuction. Scar Therapy is also incorporated if necessary.
Dr. Vodder’s Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) Therapy
Treat yourself with a session of best Manual Lymphatic Drainage ……experience the benefits
In addition to being a key therapeutic technique in the management of Lymphoedema and Lipoedema, Manual Lymphatic Drainage has got many other beneficial effect on our health and wellness. Some of the key benefits are,
Immune boost: Lymphatic system is corner stone of your immunity. It is tied to every part of your body. An optimal lymphatic flow is essential to health and wellness. Lymphatic flow seems to slow down as we age. So it’s important that we support this system crucial to our health and wellbeing, Dr. Vodder’s Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage can help.
It’s a versatile, non-invasive therapeutic soft tissue manipulation, very precise in nature (gentle multidirectional stretch applied with an overall direction towards the relevant lymph nodes) that helps in removal of metabolic waste materials, inflammatory signalling proteins, damaged cell debris from the cellular environment while improving blood circulation which delivers much needed oxygen and nutrients to the cells for the optimal bodily functions.
Stress relief and promote sleep: Another important effect of Manual Lymphatic Drainage is its proven ability to reduce sympathetic tone resulting in benefits such as stress relief and relaxation, improved quality of rest and sleep. There are other special techniques available to enhance the quality of sleep and to reduce mental fogginess. Choose a relatively quite day to have s session of manual lymphatic drainage to prolong the benefits, if stress relief is your reason to attend the clinic.
Skin health and aesthetics :Lymphatic drainage massage ( best kept beauty secret ?) is gaining popularity in beauty and cosmetic industry due to its positive effect on skin and underlying soft tissue. Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage nourishes skin tissue by aiding in clearing the metabolic waste materials, dead cell particles , inflammatory signalling protein , tissue swelling underneath the skin, improving the nutrient and oxygen uptake by skin tissue enhancing tissue regeneration. The result is a healthy glowing skin. Remember, skin is an organ and it protects us from pollutants and pathogens entering our body.
MLD massage also aids in minimising and clearing skin bruises and hematoma faster and reduce pain and discomfort associated with plastic or cosmetic surgeries. By enhancing lymphatic flow, MLD can significantly improve cosmetic outcomes and prevent excessive scar formation.
The non invasive nature and proven benefits of manual lymphatic massage make it valuable adjunctive therapy in post operative care, enhancing the outcomes of aesthetic procedures.
Sports Lymphatic Massage : Manual Lymphatic Drainage after a workout session or after a sports event can be of enormous benefit. You will experience a quick recovery as MLD helps remove metabolic byproducts faster and improve blood circulation carrying good supply of oxygen and nutrients which are important for the revitalisation of the exhausted muscle groups. A reduction in sympathetic tone by MLD
allows the body’s own natural healing mechanism to kick in. MLD combined with Dr.Vodder’s Applied lymphatic special techniques are a great adjunct therapy in sports rehabilitation where recovery is made faster.
You may choose to have MLD for either one of the reason listed above but you will have all other benefits too..