For residents or patients with lymphedema, Stonehill has the unique knowledge and capabilities needed to alleviate and cure the symptoms.

Treatment for lymphedema varies depending on the severity of the edema and the degree of fibrosis of the affected limb. Most people with lymphedema follow a daily regimen of treatment as suggested by their physician or certified lymphedema therapist. The most common treatments for lymphedema are a combination of manual compression lymphatic massage, compression garments or bandaging. Complex decongestive physiotherapy is an empiric system of lymphatic massage, skin care, and compressive garments. Although a combination treatment program may be ideal, any of the treatments can be done individually.

Program features may also include:

• Pharmacological treatments
• Diet, including salt intake restriction
• Exercise
• Positioning of limb
• Massage
• Elastic bandaging and/or inflatable garments
• Complete decongestive therapy
• Skin care