Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy in Melbourne CBD
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Decongestive 
Lymphatic 
Therapy
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Decongestive 
Lymphatic Therapy
Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy (DLT) is a type of physical therapy 
that is used to treat lymphedema, a condition in which excess fluid 
builds up and causes swelling, particularly in the arms and legs. DLT 
is a two-part therapy that includes manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) 
and compression therapy.
Research has shown that DLT is effective in reducing swelling and 
improving quality of life for individuals with lymphedema. A study 
published in the Journal of Vascular Surgery found that DLT led to a 
significant reduction in arm volume and an improvement in quality of 
life in individuals with postmastectomy lymphedema.
DLT is a two-part 
treatment that includes:
• Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD): This is a gentle 
massage technique that is used to stimulate the flow 
of lymphatic fluid in the affected area. The 
practitioner uses light, rhythmic strokes to help move 
the fluid out of the affected area and into the 
lymphatic system.
• Compression bandaging: Once the fluid has been 
removed, compression bandages are applied to the 
affected area to help reduce swelling and prevent the 
fluid from returning. The bandages needs to be worn 
for a certain period of time each day and then 
removed for a period of time to allow the skin to 
breathe- your practitioner will advise you on this
• Exercises: You practitioner will also teach exercises to 
do at home to help pump the lymphatic fluid and 
reduce the swelling.
DLT is effective 
in reducing 
Rseswearche hasl slhiownn tghat D LT is effective in reducing 
swelling and improving quality of life for individuals 
with lymphedema. A study published in the Journal 
of Vascular Surgery found that DLT led to a 
significant reduction in arm volume and an 
improvement in quality of life in individuals with 
postmastectomy lymphedema.
As DLT is a multi-modal approach it is used for 
several conditions like lymphedema, lipedema, post 
surgical swelling and post-traumatic swelling.
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North Melbourne, VIC -3051
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