Decongestive Lymphoedema Therapy (DLT)
Decongestive Lymphoedema Therapy (DLT) is a treatment for Primary/Secondary Lymphoedema, Oedema and Lipoedema.
(DLT) Decongestive Lymphoedema Therapy Upon receiving a positive diagnosis, DLT may be recommended and there are two phases to the Therapy:
Intensive – with your therapist
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Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)
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Multi-layer bandaging
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Exercises
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Skin Care
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Weight Management
Maintenance – Self Management
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MLD is replaced by SLD (Simple Lymphatic Drainage)
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Wearing compression garments
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Self-bandaging/Velcro wraps
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Daily Skin Care
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Weight Management
Components of DLT Therapy
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MLD - Using specific massage techniques to mobilise the skin the stimulate the lymphatic system. It facilitates lymph flow into the venous circulation utilising lymph vessels. MLD is found to be most effective when used in conjunction with compression bandaging.
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MLLB - Multi-layer bandaging is the intensive phase of the treatment and is used to provide compression and support to the underlying tissues. Foam or soft padding under the bandages help increase fluid movement by adding pressure and reducing slippage. Different density and thickness are used dependent on the limb, whether arm or leg and on what the tissue is like, i.e.: fibrotic, soft or pitting. Bandaging is performed every day for a minimum of two weeks (excluding weekends).
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Exercises - Are used to enhance the efficiency of the muscle pump working against the compression bandages increasing lymph circulation. You will be given individually tailored exercises suited to your particular requirement.
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Weight Control/Maintenance - It is very important to maintain a healthy weight. These conditions can be exacerbated as fat cells compress the lymphatics further, reducing and impeding lymphatic flow. A good weight loss/nutritional plan will help before, during and after your intensive treatment.
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Compression Garments - At the end of the intensive phase, you will be measured for custom or standard fit compression garments. During the maintenance, self-management phase you should aim to wear your garments daily. Any SLD exercises should be done whilst wearing your compression. It is recommended your garments be replaced every 4-6 months.
Contact us for a Consultation
Decongestive Lymphoedema Therapy (DLT)
Decongestive Lymphoedema Therapy (DLT) is a treatment for Primary/Secondary Lymphoedema, Oedema and Lipoedema.
(DLT) Decongestive Lymphoedema Therapy Upon receiving a positive diagnosis, DLT may be recommended and there are two phases to the Therapy:
Intensive – with your therapist
-
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)
-
Multi-layer bandaging
-
Exercises
-
Skin Care
-
Weight Management
Maintenance – Self Management
-
MLD is replaced by SLD (Simple Lymphatic Drainage)
-
Wearing compression garments
-
Self-bandaging/Velcro wraps
-
Daily Skin Care
-
Weight Management
Components of DLT Therapy
-
MLD - Using specific massage techniques to mobilise the skin the stimulate the lymphatic system. It facilitates lymph flow into the venous circulation utilising lymph vessels. MLD is found to be most effective when used in conjunction with compression bandaging.
-
MLLB - Multi-layer bandaging is the intensive phase of the treatment and is used to provide compression and support to the underlying tissues. Foam or soft padding under the bandages help increase fluid movement by adding pressure and reducing slippage. Different density and thickness are used dependent on the limb, whether arm or leg and on what the tissue is like, i.e.: fibrotic, soft or pitting. Bandaging is performed every day for a minimum of two weeks (excluding weekends).
-
Exercises - Are used to enhance the efficiency of the muscle pump working against the compression bandages increasing lymph circulation. You will be given individually tailored exercises suited to your particular requirement.
-
Weight Control/Maintenance - It is very important to maintain a healthy weight. These conditions can be exacerbated as fat cells compress the lymphatics further, reducing and impeding lymphatic flow. A good weight loss/nutritional plan will help before, during and after your intensive treatment.
-
Compression Garments - At the end of the intensive phase, you will be measured for custom or standard fit compression garments. During the maintenance, self-management phase you should aim to wear your garments daily. Any SLD exercises should be done whilst wearing your compression. It is recommended your garments be replaced every 4-6 months.
Contact us for a Consultation
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01243 785096/07812 605677
“Breathe in New Life”
Activated Oxygen Therapy
Activated Oxygen, an innovative technology for improving vital functions of the body. A system that creates "energised air" that feeds every cell with oxygen in a bio form that can be absorbed and used more efficiently.
Energised oxygen promotes the creation of anti-oxidative enzymes at cellular level, reducing the production of harmful free radicals and optimising the body's immune system.
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Boosts energy levels making you feel stronger, fitter and faster.
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Increases concentration, mental agility and you feel more alert
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Strengthens the immune system to fight infection or chronic disease
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Stimulates circulation, heart, lung and brain function
Just 20 minutes of energised air leads to significant changes in the blood and an increase in function and efficiency of the heart and lungs.
Recommendation for Use
Activated Oxygen Therapy is specifically recommended for use by individuals wishing
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to maintain and maximise health as the ageing process kicks in
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as a therapy for many chronic and debilitating illness, including cardiovascular disease, lung conditions COPD and asthma as well as metabolic disorders such as diabetes, ME and CFS.
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Individuals how smoke and wish to minimise the harmful effects to their body
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sports personnel eager to improve performance
Other possible areas of application include: poor concentration, exhaustion, insomnia, burn-out syndrome, sleep apnoea, jetlag, hypertension, high cholesterol, bronchitis, pleurisy, sinusitis, fibromyalgia, rheumatic disease, acute/chronic pain, metabolic disorders of the liver, hormonal imbalances, skin disease, allergies, visual disturbances (macular degeneration), Parkinson's and Alzheimer.
Positive Comments/Testimonals
R. Butler - Macular Degeneration, "Five months and my eyesight has improved enormously. The moisture at the back of the eye has completely cleared and I have been discharged from the Eye Hospital".
Dr. C Steele - "Activated Oxygen boosts antioxidants, taking away free radicals. (A high level of free radicals is a common denominator in most diseases). Certainly helps patients with M.E/CFS and any degenerative disease like macular degeneration, arthritis and heart disease".
Dr. K Erpenbach - Conclusion COPD Study, "Under Activated Oxygen Therapy, COPD patients experience a marked improvement in their exercise capacity (walking distance, stair-climbing) an improvement in their lung function and a reduction in the inflammatory activity of the disease. None of the patients experienced exacerbation of the COPD during the follow-up observation period".
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