Treatment at Swelling Solutions Lymphatic Health Center

Swelling Solutions Lymphatic Health Center provides complete person-centered care. Recognizing that everyone is not the same, you are provided with an individualized plan of care based on a thorough health history and assessment. Lymphedema treatment and self care involve 4 pillars of care- compression, exercise, manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) and skin care. MLD involves light tissue techniques that help to move fluid from areas of congestion to areas that are working better. However, there is more to managing lymphedema than just light techniques, especially if you have heavier swelling, tissue changes, scar tissue, cording or muscle imbalances related to treatment. Swelling Solutions has introduced a comprehensive treatment philosophy to help people with lymphedema and they called it- Functional Lymphatic Optimization.

Functional Lymphatic Optimization- Better movement. Better flow. Better function

Functional Lymphatic Optimization combines specialized massage therapy techniques designed to support healthy lymph flow and tissue mobility. In addition to MLD, each session may include gentle scar release, fascial and soft tissue mobilization, muscle tension release, and joint movement techniques to ease tightness and encourage better fluid circulation. These methods help improve the flexibility and comfort of the skin and underlying tissues, creating an environment where the lymphatic system can work more effectively.

Education and self-care are also key components — clients learn positioning, breathing, and movement strategies to continue supporting lymph flow at home. The goal is to enhance comfort, maintain mobility, and build confidence in managing swelling as part of long-term lymphatic health.

Functional Lymphatic Optimization sits right within the four pillars of lymphedema care. It complements exercise by improving range of motion, supports skin care by keeping tissues supple, enhances compression outcomes, and elevates MLD by addressing the underlying mechanics of lymph flow.

OTHER TREATMENTS/SERVICES

* Dolphin Neurostim MPS scar therapy

* Treatment for cording/AWS

* Assistive Devices Program authorization for compression garments

* Personalized self-care education

* Ontario's first surveillance program for lymphedema for those at-risk after breast cancer treatment (Proactive Measures Program)

* Small group workshops- call for information

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PROACTIVE MEASURES PROGRAM

Acting on the call from researchers, this innovative program helps breast cancer patients through education and surveillance for breast cancer-related lymphedema. Online classes for AWS (cording) management, fatigue, getting ready for radiation, and more are available. Please contact Catharine Burt RN, BScN, RMT, CDT for more information. cathy@lymphkr.com

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ALWAYS IMPROVING THE WAYS WE HELP YOU:
NEW TREATMENT MODALITY IS AVAILABLE!

Scar Release Therapy with Dolphin Neurostim

The Dolphin Neurostim™ is an innovative technology that uses Microcurrent point stimulation (MPS) therapy to quickly and effectively treat scars both new and old.

It is especially effective at promoting healing, releasing adhesions, reducing pain and improving the appearance of the scar.

Two units are used for the process applying a small, low level current along the length of the scar to help loosen and break up the scar tissue. The Dolphin Neurostim™ is both Health Canada and FDA approved making it a safe option for scar release.

Scars Negative Influence:

Chronic pain
Activate Stress - Up-regulate the Sympathetic Nervous System
Create internal adhesions inside the body
Impede Lymphatic and circulatory flow
Restrict Functional Movements through pulling of the fascia
Lock in emotions of the trauma in the cells

Benefits of reducing Scar Tissue:

Immediate reduction of pain around the scar
Improved sensation of the skin reducing any numbness/tingling
Speeds up the healing process of the scar tissue enhancing recovery
Diminished scar size
Increased stretch and reduced tightness of the scar tissue allowing for improved mobility
Improved blood flow and circulation

Scars have different electrical properties than the surrounding skin. Normal skin tissue holds a resting electrical charge of 80mV, and scars can be 20 times this voltage and can have a positive polarity. This newly formed bioelectrical altered scar tissue emits ongoing silent but turbulent signals into the Sympathetic Nervous System leading to the activation of STRESS.

Treating the scars using the Dolphin Neurostim™ can help to re-polarize the new scar tissue back to normal to improve cellular signalling and blood flow.

What kind of Scars can be treated?

C-Sections
Tummy tuck scars
Breast scars/Mastectomy scars/Lumpectomy scars
Gallbladder/Appendectomy
Hysterectomy
Hernia scars
Knee and Hip replacement scars

Right now we are offering scar release after breast surgery. As we increase our knowledge base, other scar and condition-related treatments will be offered.

Extra time will be needed to include MPS treatment into your lymphatic drainage massage.

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