Lymphoedema is a chronic condition caused by a build-up of lymphatic fluid, leading to persistent swelling in one or more areas of the body. It often develops after cancer treatment, lymph node removal, radiation therapy, trauma, or infection, but it can also occur without an obvious trigger. Common symptoms of lymphoedema include swelling in your limbs, chest or other areas, as well as feeling tightness / heaviness. This can lead to restricted movement, skin changes, discomfort and recurring infections.
Our physiotherapist Megumu Imai has a gentle, evidence-based approach when providing Cairns lymphoedema management treatment. She has experience across many post-surgical, musculoskeletal and chronic health conditions, and is a qualified lymphoedema treatment practitioner. Her advanced training ensures each plan is tailored to your goals and medical history, with a focus on improving both function and quality of life.
While there is no cure for lymphoedema, research shows that early and ongoing treatment can reduce symptoms and prevent the condition from worsening. At Wellness Embodied we treat the person, not just the presenting symptoms. Our lymphoedema management Cairns treatment is a combination of hands-on therapy, education and self-management strategies (more on this below).
Megumu believes that providing comprehensive, custom-made treatment is important to reach an individual’s goal, and she wishes to provide the best treatment possible for her clients to maintain their quality of life.
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