Swelling down. Comfort back.
Specialized treatment to reduce lymphedema swelling, restore comfort, and teach you how to manage it confidently for the long run. Offered at our Sauganash clinic.
Lymphedema therapy can help if you…
Swelling you can manage is swelling that doesn't run your life.
- Have swelling in an arm or leg after cancer treatment
- Notice heaviness, tightness, or aching in a limb
- Had lymph nodes removed during surgery
- Your rings, sleeves, or shoes feel tighter than before
- Have swelling that hasn't improved on its own
- Want a long-term plan you can manage yourself
Skilled treatment changes the course.
Lymphedema happens when the lymphatic system can't drain fluid the way it should, often after cancer treatment or surgery. Left alone it tends to progress, but with skilled treatment it can be reduced and managed well.
Our trained therapists combine hands-on drainage techniques with compression, movement, and education, then teach you to manage it yourself, so you're in control, not the swelling.
Complete care for lasting control.
The full toolkit, not just one technique.
Manual lymphatic drainage
Gentle, specialized massage that helps move fluid out of the affected limb.
Compression therapy
Bandaging and garment guidance that keep swelling down between and after sessions.
Movement & exercise
Specific exercises that use your muscles as a natural pump for the lymphatic system.
Self-management training
You'll learn the skills and skin-care habits to keep swelling controlled for the long run.
No referral needed. Most insurance accepted.
In Illinois you can start physical therapy without a doctor's referral, so there's nothing standing between you and relief. We accept most major plans and offer self-pay options. Not sure about your coverage? We'll check it for you before your first visit.
What to expect, start to finish.
Here's exactly what your first visit looks like.
We listen first
We start with your history, your symptoms, and the goals that matter to you.
We find the cause
We look at how your whole body moves to find what's driving your pain, not just where it hurts.
You leave with a plan
A hands-on treatment plan built around your body and your life, and a therapist who stays with you the whole way.
Connected care.
The same care at every clinic.
Every therapist on our team is trained in the entirety of the kinetic chain. That means we look at how your whole body moves, not just the part that hurts, and treat the cause instead of the symptom. Your care is tailored to your needs at our participating clinics.
One proven approach
The same hands-on, whole-body approach guides every plan we build.
One standard, every clinic
Every clinic is held to the same standard, set by therapists with advanced training in how the body moves.
A team that knows you
You'll see the same faces at your home clinic, people who know your name and your goals.
You're in good hands.
"…Their expertise in treating my ankle injury was evident right away. They carefully addressed my swelling and pain, provided attentive care for my scars and guided me through range of motion exercises that steadily improved my mobility."
"Last October I went to the Northwest Side Sports and Ortho because I was experiencing swelling and tightness in my right knee and hamstring. I couldn’t run or participate in recreational activities I love like basketball or tennis. Sam D."
Lymphedema therapy, answered.
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Care near you.
Lymphedema Therapy is available at this clinic. Choose a location to meet the team and request an appointment.
Ready to feel like yourself again?
Tell us a little bit about yourself and what's bothering you. You'll hear from us within one business day to get you scheduled.
- No Referral Needed
- Most Major Insurances Accepted
- Appointments Within 48 to 72 Hours