Lymphedema Reduction & Management Program

Lymphedema is an abnormal accumulation of high protein fluid in an area of the body. It is caused by an impairment in the function of lymph vessels and/or lymph nodes. Characteristics of lymphedema include swelling, changes in skin and tissue texture, and vulnerability to infection.

You may be at risk for lymphedema if you have had:

• Cancer treatment that involved surgical removal of lymph nodes and/or radiation
• Any surgery that cut through major lymph vessels
• Family members with a history of swelling
• Long-standing problems with your veins
• Injuries resulting in long-lasting swelling
• Repeated skin infections

Phoenix Baptist Hospital and Paradise Valley Hospital are home to certified lymphedema therapists and occupational therapists who provide each patient with a comprehensive evaluation and tailored plan of care. To schedule an appointment, or for further information about our programs, call:
Phoenix Baptist Hospital: (602) 246-5761
Paradise Valley Hospital: (602) 923-5648