About Alchemy
About
AN INTEGRATED TREATMENT APPROACH
The ILS provides assessment, treatment and management for lymphatic conditions that develop due to poor lymphatic function, resulting in pain and dysfunction.
Specialising in:
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Lymphoedema- Primary and Secondary
Swelling caused by the removal of lymph nodes or radiation after breast cancer, genital cancer, head and neck cancer, melanoma
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Restricted movement and inflammation after surgery
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Venous oedema
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Cording, scarring and adhesions
Applying the latest medically accepted best practice in the management of Lymphoedema and swelling due to injury or surgery. The ILS incorporate evidenced based protocols for the use of cold laser and pneumatic pumps for improving scar tissue, reducing swelling and relieving pain.
Specialising in:
PRIMARY / SECONDARY LYMPHOEDEMA OR LIPOEDEMA
LYMPHOEDEMA AFTER MELONOMA SURGERY
COMPRESSION BANDAGING & GARMENTS
CHRONIC SWELLING AFTER SURGERY
ASSESSMENT, EDUCATION, MANAGEMENT of LYMPHOEDEMA
Our Care Plan
A personalised team based approach is used to assess a client needs and provide a integrated care plan. At ILS we believe early intervention is key in reducing the severity of lymphoedema. We educate all clients with appropriate self-massage and skin care techniques to increase healing and lower the risk of infection.
Integrated therapies, tailored to a clients specific needs, are applied to improve functionality, movement and general well-being.
It is understood that early intervention, management and education are the vital components to reducing the incidence of lymphoedema and cellulitis. It is for this reason that we tailor your care plan to include Assessment (with measures), Education, Treatment and Management for better results.