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Natick, MA 01760
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159 Wells Ave
Newton Centre, MA 02459
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Walpole, MA 02081maps
978 Worcester Road (rte 9)
Wellesley, Massachusetts 02482
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Wellesley, Massachusetts 02481
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Waltham, MA 02453
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We offer treatment for patients with lymphedema by qualified physical therapists and occupational therapists who are certified in lymphedema management. Lymphedema may be congenital (present from birth) or may result from injury or trauma to the lymphatic system. Medicare and all major insurers cover lymphedema treatment, but you do need a referral from a doctor.
Department of Rehabilitation Services, Newton-Wellesley Ambulatory Care Center - Newton 159 Wells Avenue Newton, MA 02459 Phone: 617-243-6172 Fax: 617-243-6651
Lymphedema is a potential complication following lymph node dissection or radiation resulting in swelling of a body part, usually an arm or a leg. Approximately 10 to 20 percent of breast cancer [link to Breast Cancer, page ID 8.17.8.1] patients who undergo lymph node surgery and/or radiation will develop this chronic but treatable condition. It can also occur in patients who have undergone treatment for prostate, uterine, cervical, head and neck, or other cancers. Lymphedema can occur soon after surgery/radiation but can also occur many years after a patient has completed his or her treatment.
Lymphedema may also be a primary diagnosis in which congenital defects have occurred in the lymphatic system. Additionally, lymphedema may occur as a result of multiple traumas to a limb, such as infection, surgical procedures, or fractures.
Watch the below webinar to learn more about lymphedema:
Our goals as part of your lymphedema management are:
Depending on the degree of lymphedema present, your treatment may include some or all of the following:
We will see you in one-on-one treatment sessions that usually last about an hour. Our physical therapists will provide you with the knowledge and ability to manage your lymphedema independently.
Connect with our team so we can discuss your lymphedema management options.