Complete Decongestive Therapy - Includes MLD
Description
Includes Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Complete Decongestive Therapy. Session comprised of measuring/monitoring, skin care, extensive education, symptom management, MLD, compression bandaging, remedial exercises, garment fitting, health coaching, emotional support, care coordination, and referrals as needed. Manual Lymph Drainage is a light touch technique that moves lymph and stimulates the lymphatic system to work. Lymphedema Therapy is composed of two phases. Phase I aims to decrease swelling. This is intensive therapy for 5 days per week for 2 or more weeks. Phase II is maintenance.
