Elegance Lymphatic Care

21/11/2025

MLD is a tool
CDT is the whole toolbox
MLD vs. CDT — What’s the Difference?
HERE AT Elegance Lymphatic Care WE OFFER A WHOLE-BODY APPROACH with great CDT TECHNIQUE

💆‍♀️ Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)

MLD is a gentle, hands-on massage technique that helps move trapped lymph fluid out of swollen areas.
✔️ Light to medium pressure
✔️ Specific rhythm + sequence
✔️ Helps reduce swelling
✔️ Calms pain and inflammation
✔️ Can be done daily by a therapist or at home (when trained)

MLD = moving the fluid.

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🩹 Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT)

CDT is the entire treatment program, not just the massage.
It includes:
1️⃣ MLD
2️⃣ Compression therapy (bandaging or garments)
3️⃣ Exercise therapy
4️⃣ Skin care
5️⃣ Education + self-management

CDT = the full plan to keep swelling controlled long-term.

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🌊 How to Explain It Simply:

MLD is one tool.
CDT is the whole toolbox.

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Short Caption Version:

“MLD moves fluid.
CDT idealy keeps it from coming back.”

20/11/2025

Yes there is lymph everywhere in our body !!! We are a wovern pattern under the skin..

14/11/2025

LYMPHOEDEMA.....

💧 1. The Fluid Doesn’t Just “Go Away”

Unlike regular swelling, lymph fluid is thicker and stickier. When lymph nodes or lymph vessels aren’t working properly, that fluid has nowhere to go. It starts collecting in the soft tissues of your arms, legs, abdomen, chest, or even face.

🔥 2. Why It Hurts

Lymphedema pain isn’t imaginary, and it isn’t “just swelling.”
Pain comes from:
• Tissue stretching under pressure
• Skin becoming tight, hot, and sensitive
• Nerves being compressed
• Inflammation irritating the whole area
• Weight of the limb pulling on joints
This type of pressure pain can feel like aching, throbbing, stinging, burning, or heaviness.

🧬 3. Why It’s Not Your Fault

People with lymphedema often blame themselves—“Maybe I’m doing something wrong.” No.
Lymphedema is caused by:
• Injured or removed lymph nodes
• Trauma or infection
• Genetics
• Severe venous issues
• Cancer treatment
• Chronic inflammation
• Obesity (which worsens lymph overload—not causes it by itself)

You didn’t create this condition. You’re living with something that requires daily management and real strength.

📉 4. Why It Gets Worse Without Treatment

When lymph fluid sits in the tissues:
• Skin becomes thick (fibrosis)
• Inflammation becomes constant
• Mobility decreases
• Infection risk skyrockets (cellulitis)
• Pain increases
• Fat begins to build in the affected area (lipid accumulation)

This is a medical process—not a lack of effort.

🫶 5. You’re Not Alone

Whether you’re newly diagnosed, waiting on appointments, or fighting to manage your symptoms every day—your struggles are real. Your pain is real. Your frustration is real. And your efforts matter, even on the days when you feel like nothing is working.

Lymphedema is hard.
You are harder.

Book an appt today and let us help manage your Lymphoedema !

09/11/2025

Great info about Lipoedema!

If you are struggling to lose weight and you work your butt off, eat well, and maintain a healthy lifestyle, then this might be something to consider.

I often get asked, "What's the difference between normal fat and Lipoedema fat?" This is a great read with a very good explanation.

https://lipedemaclinic.org/article/lipedema-fat-vs-normal-fat/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAN83WFjbGNrA3zdXWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHsJ2NeO1deWO6jYKiCGaxbN8FYMSjZXVBrypMNNXbwM05ECLqz9QxD83JnSU_aem_xMnDyLCNahgLYRImnvGA5w

If you’ve recently been diagnosed with lipedema or suspect you have it, you may be wondering why the fat on your legs or arms feels different from “normal” fat.

08/11/2025

ARE YOU STRUGGLING POST-SURGERY?

WE ARE HERE TO HELP AND SPECIALISE IN ALL POST-SURGICAL NEEDS.

Knee replacements, tummy tucks, breast surgery, or thigh reductions—we are fully qualified and trained in everything from nursing to lymphatics. We are here to help you reduce inflammation within your body and recover faster from whatever procedure you have had done.

We offer:

💓 Decongestive lymphatic therapy
💓 Low-level cold laser for deep cellular repair
💓 Deep oscillation therapy (DOT) using the latest technology, the Hivamat device
💓 Neuromuscular taping for lymphatic flow
💓 Lympha Press pumps for upper and lower body
💓 Medical-grade compression garments for all sizes, including off-the-shelf and custom-made if required.
💓 Medical navigation and consultation advice for Lipoedema and Lymphoedema
💓 Aged care packages can be used for treatments
💓 NDIS full registration
💓 Wheelchair transport available
💓 Continence assessments

Call 0409190752 or email info@elegancecare.com.au

Originally published in Pathways, (Volume 14, No. 3 Summer, 2025). Copyright (2025), Canadian Lymphedema Framework. Reprinted with permission.

07/11/2025

07/11/2025

Registered Nurse Required for Community Nursing in Mackay & Clinic Duties in our Lymphatic Clinic at Marian. Regular scheduled hours available Part-time or casual. For more info, call Laura 04090190752 or send resume to laura@elegancecare.com.au

03/11/2025

PLEASE SIGN EVERYONE AND SHARE WE NEED THIS TO HAPPEN!

Medicare number for Lipoedema

31/10/2025

A couple of cancellations for next week have freed up a few appointments - text/call 0409 190 752 to put your name on one!!
Monday 3rd - 7.30am or 8.15am
Tuesday 4th - 7.30am, 8.15am, 8.30am
Thursday 6th - 7.30am with Laura
Friday 8th - 7.30am, 10am or 1pm

Have a great weekend!!