Lymphoedema is a chronic condition caused by a buildup of lymph fluid, leading to swelling, usually in the arms or legs. It can also affect the abdomen, chest, or genital area. It may result from cancer treatments (like mastectomy or radiation), surgery, or genetic factors (primary lymphoedema).

What are the differences between primary and secondary lymphoedema?

Primary Lymphoedema is genetic and occurs due to an inherited malfunction in the lymphatic system. Secondary Lymphoedema develops due to external factors like surgery (e.g., mastectomy), radiation therapy, trauma, or infection.

How can lymphoedema be managed?

Lymphoedema is a degenerative condition, meaning it worsens over time if untreated. However, proper management through Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), Combined Decongestive Therapy (CDT), compression garments, skin care, and exercise can significantly reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.

What is Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)?

MLD is a gentle, specialised massage technique that stimulates the lymphatic system to improve lymph flow, reduce swelling, and activate alternative lymphatic pathways (anastomosis) when the main vessels are damaged.

What is Combined Decongestive Therapy (CDT)?

CDT stands for Combined Decongestive Therapy and is about applying compression to the limb affected by lymphoedema to get the fluid in exceed to keep moving post MLD therapy.

Do you offer a free consultation?

Yes! I offer lymphoedema patients a free 15-minute phone consultation to discuss symptoms, treatment options, and how I can help.

Where is the clinic located?

Melbourne Massage and Treatment Lymphoedema clinic is conveniently located at 1/175 Holden Street, Fitzroy North, 3068, Victoria, Australia.

Can lymphoedema be cured?

While lymphoedema is a chronic condition, proper management can significantly reduce swelling, discomfort, and the risk of complications. Early intervention and consistent therapy are key.

Is compression therapy necessary for lymphoedema?

Yes, compression garments or bandages are essential in CDT to maintain pressure on tissues, prevent fluid re-accumulation, and support long-term management.

Can exercise help with lymphoedema?

Yes! Gentle, guided exercises can promote lymphatic drainage and improve mobility. Giovanni can recommend safe exercises tailored to your condition.

How often should I get MLD or CDT treatments?

The frequency depends on the severity of your condition. Some patients benefit from weekly sessions, while others may need maintenance treatments less often. Giovanni will create a personalised plan for you.

Does private health insurance cover lymphoedema treatments?

Some private health funds may cover part of the cost under myotherapy or lymphatic drainage therapy. Check with your provider for eligibility.

Thai Massage Fitzroy North

Thai Massage is the traditional massage of Thailand, and Giovanni, as per tradition, offers this service on a floor mat.

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What is Thai Massage?

Thai Massage, rooted in Thailand’s traditions, encompasses a distinctive approach to therapeutic bodywork. This technique is performed on the floor, using comfortable mats that span an area of 1.5 m * 2 m. Unlike other massage styles, Thai Massage does not involve the use of oils or creams. Instead, the client remains fully dressed throughout the session. For your utmost comfort, pillows are readily available to support your head or any other body parts as necessary.

The benefits of Thai Massage

Thai massage history has been pushed back thousands of years, and it is now evident to the broad public how powerful this practice can be.

When practiced traditionally, Thai Massage can help loosen body tightness and tension . Other well-known benefits of Thai Massage are the improvement of blood and body fluid circulation, including lymphatic fluid.
Also, it helps reduce swelling, mobilise joints, and achieve deep relaxation.
In comparison to more Western massage practices, like Myotherapy or Remedial Massage, Thai massage has a more dynamic approach, and it is more suitable for patients who like to have contact with the ground and already practice a base of types of practices, such as Yoga, gardening, dancing and more.

What to Expect from a Traditional Thai Massage?

Pain and Tension Relief: Thai massage is excellent for relieving chronic pain, especially in the back, neck, and shoulders, by stimulating the nervous system and allowing muscle to relax, by improving fluid circulations.
Improved Mobility : The gentle stretching and tailored pressures involved in Thai massage can help increase mobility and improve range of motion, which is great for athletes or those who aims to relief ache and stiffness.
Stress Reduction: Touch is therapeutic , and Thai Massage heaily focus on stimulate the body via specific strokes that lookinto stimulate your nervous system to relax.
Boosted Circulation: The application of pressure and stretches can promote blood and lymphatic liquid circulation, which aids in overall health and energy levels.
What to Wear: Along a Traditional Thai Massage no oil or cream are used. You will be given a pair of Thai Fisherman Pants and a T-shirt to wear.

Why Melbourne massage and treatment

Giovanni is a Clinical Myotherapist, and this is part of a unique experience when receiving a Thai Massage at Melbourne Massage and Treatment:

As per all the services offered at Melbourne Massage and Treatment, you will be guided through Range of Motion and functional tests before a Thai Massage session.
Thai massage is practiced on a ground mat so that you can easily be seated or lying supine/side position. This is one of the main differences between Thai Massage and other practices, where the massage is offered on a table or chairs.
DO NOT EXPECT A No Gain no Pain arpproach. Any massage aims to stimulate your nervous system to kickstart a recovery process. That said, the pain stimulation has to stay within your comfort zone. Extra suffering does not mean better recovery.

Thai Massage Prices

Given the nature of the treatment, Giovanni prefers to set a 60-minute limit for Thai Massage

Thai Massage Contraindications

Thai Massage is generally a safe practice, but a series of presentations are considered Absolute Contraindications.

Absolute Contraindications

Before the session starts, you will be guided through an assessment to ensure Thai Massage is your best practice. Giovanni reserves the right to refuse this treatment if he believes it is unsafe for you.

Giovanni's Thai Massage Qualification

Giovanni studied and practiced Thai Massage at Ajarn Pichest Boonthumme Thai Massage School, in Chiang Mai, over the years 2018 and 2022.

Over the years, Giovanni travelled back and forth from Thailand to learn more and more about this traditional type of therapy.

Ajarn Pichest (1958 – 2023) has been the most influential Thai Massage teacher Thailand had.

Thai Massage Fitzroy North

What is Thai Massage?

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What to Expect from a Traditional Thai Massage?

Why Melbourne massage and treatment

Thai Massage Prices

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Absolute Contraindications

Giovanni's Thai Massage Qualification

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