 Lymphedema
Therapy
Svetlana Tzondova, RPT leads our Lymphedema Therapy team. Ms. Tzondova
is a European-trained physical therapist with 25+ years of experience.
She is trained in Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) as well as Decongestive
Therapy (CDT). All therapists at S.T.A.R.S. are
trained in manual lymph drainage (MLD) and decongestive therapy
(CDT).
Lymphedema therapy
is the swelling
of a body part, due to abnormal accumulation of protein rich
edema
fluid. This condition can occur from deficient or damaged lymphatic
system, altering the transport of the lymph fluid.
S.T.A.R.S. employs their own highly effective MLD technique
for prevention and treatment of edema, and as a supportive therapy
where swelling and infection are concerned. MLD requires time and repetition,
and, when properly applied, can be very powerful in its effect. By
increasing
the volume of lymph flow, and with careful manual techniques, flow
can be redirected around obstructed areas, preventing or reducing swelling
and restoring healthy tissue condition, flushing out wastes, and preventing
incidence of cellulitis. Lymphedema usually affects the arms or legs,
but it can also affect the head and neck, genital and trunk regions.
S.T.A.R.S. goal is to educate and teach their patients the skills
to manage their lymphedema condition and to improve their overall
quality of life.
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The information, including opinions and recommendations,
contained in this Web site is for general educational purposes only.
Such information is not intended to be a substitute for professional
medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing any
pain or have any health concerns, please call S.T.A.R.S.
at
(914) 428-2033. We’ll be glad to answer any questions or to schedule a
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