Lymphoedema Management

Fiveways Physiotherapy is one of the few private physiotherapy practices in Brisbane that provides the full range of Laser Machine being used to treat lymphoedema at Fiveways Physiotherapylymphoedema treatment, including

  •  The only scanning laser machine (used to aid lymphatic drainage) in a private practice in the greater Brisbane area
  • A Lympha Press machine  (used to treat lymphoedema and venous insufficiency)
  • A Hivamat machine, which enhances the effect of massage, thereby increasing the efficacy of Manual Lymphatic Drainage. It also aids in  general connective tissue recovery after surgery 

Practice owner and Principal Physiotherapist at Fiveways Physiotherapy, Mandy Goodyear, is trained and experienced in all aspects of lymphoedema treatment and management. She is accredited by the Australasian Lymphology Association.

What is Lymphoedema?
Lymphoedema is a chronic condition which occurs as primary or secondary lymphoedema, the latter generally caused by damage to the lymphatic system by surgical removal of lymph nodes, radiation, or injury. The symptoms are swelling of the affected part of the body which can cause heaviness and  pain. At this time there is no cure. However, effective treatment can reduce swelling and improve your mobility and your level of comfort .
What to expect at your first appointment for lymphoedema assessment and treatment
  • At your first appointment Mandy will
    • assess and discuss your lymphoedemaHands on complex manual therapy for lymphoedema
    • ask you about the event that damaged your lymphatic system, your symptoms, and when you first became aware of them to establish whether you have primary or secondary lymphoedema
  • She will then suggest an appropriate regimen of treatment in order to achieve the best outcome
  • With your permission she will carry out specialised lymphoedema massage
  • She will also discuss other available management strategies and make recommendations as to which of the following will be effective in managing your lymphoedema and provide self-management training where necessary
    • compression garments
Compression sleeve for lymphoedema of the arm
    • self-massage
    • specialised lymphoedema exercises
    • bandaging and taping
    • electroptherapy
    • laser treatment to reduce fibrosis and improve drainage
    • skin care

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