About Lymphedema
The lymphatic system may be compromised by surgery, radiation, or by congenitally determined lymphatic abnormality. Lymphedema poses a continuous risk of infection and other complications if left untreated.
Indications
- Primary (congenital) Lymphedema
- Secondary Lymphedema
- Surgery
- Radiation
- Infection
- Traumatic Injuries
- Venous insufficiency
- Burns
- Leg Ulcers
- Amputee Stump Edema
Treatment
A multifaceted treatment program, combined decongestive therapy (CDT), is recognized as the most effective and least invasive approach to lymphedema and chronic swelling. CDT is a combination of techniques: manual lymph drainage, compressive bandaging, compression garments, pumps and physical therapy. The essential aspect of CDT is the clinical staff. Each member of our health care team is committed to providing the therapeutic and emotional support necessary to cope with lymphedema and chronic swelling. The professional staff includes: Physician, Certified MLD Therapists, Registered Nurses, Social Workers, and Educators.
About Wound Care
Our professional staff of Physician, ET Nurses, Physical Therapists and Dietian at the Wound Care Clinic of Austin concentrate on wounds of chronic and acute nature which do not heal in an expected time frame. Patients with these wounds usually have complicating factors such as metabolic and nutritional disorders. Our programs are designed to benefit the patient, their family and referring physician by offering special services delivered by our highly trained staff.
Indications
| Chronic Ulcers | Acute Wounds | |
| Diabetic | Surgical | |
| Venous | Trauma | |
| Arterial | Burns | |
| Decubitus | Amputee |