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Breast Cancer Lymphedema
Lymphedema is a swelling of the arm or hand caused by a buildup of lymph fluid after an auxiliary lymph node dissection, radiation or repeated infections in the arm. Lymphedema cannot be prevented, but it can be treated.
Treatment Options
A program for treatment of Lymphedema related to breast cancer was initiated in 1998 as part of the Rehabilitation Services Department at OSF St. Francis Hospital & Medical Group. Therapy is offered by a Physical Therapist and Certified Lymphedema Provider, with certified classroom education with hands-on training. A physician's diagnosis and order for services is required for all lymphedema treatments. Talk to your doctor about the options available to you through OSF Rehabilitation Services. The OSF program for treatment of Lymphedema includes:
- Aerobic Exercises
- Bandaging the Arm
- Education
- Flexibility Exercises
- Light Resistance Exercises
- Manual Lymph Drainage (specialized massage to increase lymph flow)
Locations
OSF St. Francis Hospital & Medical Group Rehabilitation Services now has two locations to better serve our patients.
- OSF St. Francis Hospital & Medical Group
3401 Ludington Street
Escanaba, MI 49829
Phone: (906) 786-5707 ext. 5300
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- OSF St. Francis Rehabilitation Services, Gladstone Office
704 Superior Avenue
Gladstone, MI 49837
Phone: (906) 428-5406
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Contact Information
For more information about this program, contact the Rehabilitative Services Department at OSF St. Francis Hospital & Medical Group at 906-786-5707 x5300, or toll-free in the Upper Peninsula at 1-800-786-2040 x5300.
