Tag Archives: Lymphedema

Oncology and Lymphedema Treatment – How MLD can Help

Ai generated Leg Lymphedema image

Lymphedema treatment is a crucial aspect of care for those diagnosed with cancer. At Melbourne Massage and Treatment in Fitzroy North, Giovanni is committed to providing effective support for his patients facing these challenges. Giovanni is a Clinical Myotherapist who trained for Lymphatic Drainage for Lymphedema Treatment with the Vodder Academy, the world leader institute […]

Dry Needling

Dry needling session on the patient's back

Myofascial Dry Needling (MDN) treats sore muscles and trigger points. How does Dry Needling work? As discussed in another blog post, muscles are made of many individual fibres. As the fibre contract and stretches, this does give the muscle the ability to have strength and elasticity. Along with repetitive movements and lack of posture, the […]

Lymphedema

Leg with Lymphedema

Lymphedema is a health condition that develops when the lymphatic system gets dysfunctional. Compared with lipoedema, Lymphoedema presents disproportional swelling in 1 limb per side. As stated above, what’s behind the swelling is a malfunctioning lymphatic system that leads to an increased amount of protein below the skin (lymph liquid). As already discussed in a […]

Away Oct. '24

Hi, and thanks for visiting the Melbourne Massage and Treatment website.

The clinic will be closed until October 13th.

I am in Auckland, NZ, for a Vodder Academy Course on Manual Lymphatic Drainage. During this course, I am learning to manage Lymphedema and Lipedema presentations.

If you have any enquiries about Melbourne Massage and Treatment Services, please do not hesitate to reach out to me via the contact page or email.

For now, have a joyful day, and see you soon.
Giovanni

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