@Alta Active Lymphoedema Therapist Association

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

@Alta

(Active Lympoedema Therapist Association) is a group of trained MLD Therapists, working together to bring you continued support and treatment.

                 

                @AltaOur aim is to :-

*  Raise awareness of lymphodema to the public and medical professionals

 *  Make treatment readily available

  *  Provide a service in conjunction with the NHS 

Lymphoedema is a chronic condition that causes swelling in your body's tissue. Typically either the arms or legs are affected, although swelling can occur anywhere in the body including the head, abdomen or genitals.

 This can increase the risk of infection, cause pain and loss of mobility. Lymphoedema is caused by damage or disruption to the lymphatic system. There is two types of Lymphoedema:-

PRIMARY Lymphoedema can be present at birth or develop later on in life

 SECONDARY Lymphoedema may develop following surgery, an injury or other medical problems.

 

The Oedema (Swelling) is due to a fault in the Lymphatic System.

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