Dr Alison Merrick

21/11/2024

Adrian Saunders

21/11/2024

Morning, it is sooooo cold here in Lancashire with snow on the ground and sub zero Temps. It is now the season for making little robins so here are a couple of mine. These are simple to make but always popular around Christmas time.
I have a FREE workshop showing you, step by step, how to make these, if you want one please just go to www.greenmanceramics.com 😊
I have air dry clay kits there too 😁

10/03/2024

If you are wanting lymphatic therapy especially post surgery and/or post cancer diagnosis:

Why choose an MLD UK Therapist?

* Therapists have a knowledge of lymphatic anatomy, and the changes that happen to that anatomy following cancer and surgery (of any type).

* Therapists are fully qualified in at least 1 of the recognised MLD schools. They have NOT just completed a short or an online course. Many have studied and practised for years, and continue developing.

* All Therapists' qualifications have been checked and verified.

* Insurance for these therapeutic techniques has also been checked and verified, for your peace of mind.

* MLD UK Therapists are on a recognised professional register; GPs, surgeons, and other health professionals know that they can safely refer their patients to those on the register.

* You can feel safe, knowing that Therapists should be able to manage complicated conditions and situations, including fluid build-up after cancer treatment and post-surgical care.

* Therapists not only perform lymphatic drainage appropriately but are trained to check for signs of problems which may be developing. They can also provide information on self-management and can liaise with medical professionals if there is a problem.

Why would you risk your health seeing someone who isn't registered?

Find your therapist by clicking this link: https://www.mlduk.org.uk/therapists/?fbclid=IwAR2DIyyrhZ9FF-Jk_7UYOVFybvpzAayyckps8DtS3_RtqrPbBGTJFwkEKAI

About MLDUK Therapists Membership MLDUK believes that to ensure a high standard of MLD is maintained, practice should be confined to those who have…

22/01/2024

UPDATE this appt has now been taken but I do have availability next week. You have to be quick!

Good morning! And I hope you are all safe after the high winds last night.
I have a cancellation on Thursday 25th in Keighley at 2.45pm.
Fancy a good start to the new year? Boosting your immune system with clinical lymphatic therapy is a gentle but powerful, nurturing and cleansing treatment, getting a sluggish system moving and optimising all kinds of physiological functions. Try googling symptoms of a congested lymphatic system:
Stiff sore muscles
Swelling, especially in lower legs and feet (do your socks leave a dent around your ankles?)
Headaches and even migraines
Fatigue
Stiff sore muscles
Brain fog
Bloating/digestive issues
Catarrh/bronchial/allergy congestion
Skin itching/dryness
Swelling, especially in lower legs and feet (do your socks leave a dent around your ankles?).

01/01/2024

Happy New year all!
I have a full clinic this week but from next week I currently have some space.
If you are feeling sluggish and need a new start or if you suffer from nasal drip/catarrh/sinus problems, now is the time to sort it out.
Clinical MLD is brilliant and pretty easily addresses general congestive problems, reducing infections and keeping you breathing.
It is not just for lymphoedema, post surgery rehab and other serious medical problems just getting your lymphatic system working more efficiently, enhances your immune system function and loads more (Google it!)
And on top of that it is one of the most relaxing and nurturing treatments there is. You will leave walking on air...
Message me or book direct via https://DrAlisonMerrickAppointments.as.me/
NB other treatments are available 🙂

Schedule your appointment online Dr Alison Merrick

12/12/2023

30/03/2023

Fantastic post completely summing up the benefits of DO on top of MLD. As a therapist using this on my clients it is a game changer. I love it, clients love it and the results speak for themselves

Lin had breast cancer twenty-six years ago, initially developing secondary Lymphoedema of the arm. It now also affects her trunk and both legs.

She had developed a comprehensive self-care package by rowing and swimming most days, wearing her compression stockings, and using her homemade skin moisturisers with MLD massage once a month.

In 2017, a breast cancer recurrence was treated by mastectomy, and the Lymphoedema became much more problematical, especially during the period immediately following when her activity levels were much reduced.

Lin managed to arrange CDT at the Wittlinger Lymphoedema Clinic in Austria (via the S2 route https://www.nhs.uk/using-the-nhs/healthcare-abroad/going-abroad-for-treatment/what-is-the-s2-route/.) It gave her self-care a good start and significantly boosted her morale, reducing the levels of lymph back down to where self-management again seemed possible. She learned a great deal about self- management's ongoing importance and many tips and tricks regarding effective exercises.

Lin further invested in the Deep Oscillation Personal to continue self-management at home...

09/03/2023

Well it is a snow day for me! Thank you so much to all my lovely clients who should have been in my clinic today. I have managed to stretch my hours next week to get everyone in. So I will see you then. I am at the end of the phone for help and support if you need me. Stay safe and keep warm x

07/03/2023

LATEST NEWS From PhysioPod UK and LWOCommunity 2023:

TODAY, 6th March, is .

Did you know that 'around 430,000 people in the UK live with Lymphoedema?" (Source BLS 2023).

Please take a look at our joint 2023 campaign focusing on "The Importance of Simple/Self Lymphatic Drainage (SLD) and the rising influence of The Patient Voice".

We also include details of the BLS free educational webinars, links to register, and the excellent videos from LSN on Self Lymphatic Drainage.

There is also the opportunity to view previous years' detailed campaigns for those that missed them. Plus, as Deep Oscillation continues to play a growing part in Lymphoedema management in clinics and self-care, we share videos and information to educate those who don't know about this evidence-based therapy and the difference it can make to the quality of life for those living with Lymphoedema.

We are very proud of the work we do to raise the profile of Lymphoedema/Lymphedema amongst the public, patients, patient advocates, patient associations and clinicians, and so we are asking all of you, whether you are part of the Lymphoedema community, or not, to please share our campaign on social media. https://mailchi.mp/physiopod/sldthe-patient-voiceworld-lymphoedema-day-6th-march



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