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Lymphedema Management

Lymphedema Management for Enhanced Recovery and Comfort in Libertyville

Avantara Libertyville’s lymphedema program evaluates and establishes a treatment plan for residents and is designed to reduce the swelling and control the pain associated with lymphedema. Our certified lymphedema specialist evaluates and manages residents’ conditions.

Highlights of the Program Include:

A healthcare professional wrapping a patient's limb with bandages as part of lymphedema management.

Bandaging and wrapping of the affected limb to encourage lymph fluid backflow to the trunk of the residents’ body

Complete decongestive therapy (CDT)

Illustration of a person performing lymphatic drainage exercises to promote lymph fluid circulation, featuring a stylized figure in a light yellow color on a gray background.

Exercises to help promote lymph fluid drainage and prepare the residents’ for the day’s exercise plan

A person lying on a treatment table receiving lymphatic drainage massage on their leg from a healthcare professional.

Manual lymph drainage massage

Pneumatic Compression and use of compression garments

A healthcare professional performing skin care or treatment on a patient's leg, focusing on lymphedema management.

Skin integrity promotion and maintenance through cleaning the affected arm/leg daily and application of proper emollients and moisturizing agents on the affected limb