Lymphedema is a progressive disease in which excess fluid collects in the tissues and causes swelling. This happens because of the lymphatic system (a network of tubes (lymph vessels) and pea-shaped cells (lymph nodes)) has been damaged and can no longer drain excess fluid from the affected part of the body.
Damage can occur from radiation or surgery and result in chronic swelling anywhere in the body. Also, tissue hardening may occur as a result of swelling remaining in the tissue for long periods of time. Lymphedema risk increases with recurring infections in the involved area, being overweight, removal of more lymph nodes and receiving radiation therapy.
Signs and symptoms in the involved area include:
- Swelling
- Tightness of clothing, rings, shoes, jewelry
- Numbness or tingling
- Aching or heaviness
- Pain, fever, warmth or redness may indicate infection and should be reported to your physician immediately
Lymphedema is best treated in the early stages. Your lymphedema therapist at Phoenix will tailor a program to meet your needs and goals. You will be treated using Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT). CDT is the approach recommended by the International Society of Lymphology (ISL) including manual lymphatic drainage, compression bandaging, therapeutic lymphedema exercises, compression garments and self-care activities. Lymphedema treatment programs may also include lymphedema massage as recommended by our lymphedema specialist.
Clarion Services
1294 East Main Street
Suite 1
Clarion, PA, 16214-1212
Phone: (814) 297-8093
Fax: (814) 297-8176
New Patient Info
Welcome to the Phoenix family! You’re one step closer to feeling like you again. You can expect superior care at each step of your rehabilitation journey, starting with scheduling your first appointment. After scheduling your first appointment, we encourage you to download and fill out your patient forms and insurance information.
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Meet The Team
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Martina D. Kondas, PT, DPT, MPA
Clinic Director / Physical Therapist
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Laura Ann Sunderland, LMT
Licensed Massage Therapist / Patient Care Coordinator
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Chelsey Aukamp, PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant
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Danielle Stanley, PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant
A large part of what sets Phoenix apart is our team. We are proud to employ highly trained professionals who are not only skilled at what they do, but are passionate about providing you with individualized care. Our Phoenix team members are what makes achieving quality clinical outcomes possible through expertise and a personal approach.
Welcome to Clarion
Phoenix is proud to provide you with purposeful and cost-effective rehabilitative care. Starting with your first appointment and those following, our team is dedicated to making sure you feel like you again. Phoenix believes that patient education combined with a personalized care and treatment plan produces quality clinical outcomes and gives you your pain-free life back. From start to finish, you can expect top-notch care in a highly professional health care setting. Take the first step by preventing and healing injuries with our Clarion location’s Physical Therapy, Occupational Health Rehabilitation, and Massage Therapy services...
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