Megan Lloyd

Megan is an accredited practitioner and teacher specialising in remedial massage, lymph drainage therapy and lymphoedema management. Her special interest in lymph drainage therapy has taken her overseas to study extensively with Bruno Chikly, MD, DO in America and at the Földi Clinic, Germany where she received her accreditation in complete de-congestive therapy.

Availability: Monday - Saturday

Professional Associations:

Australasian Lymphology Association

Australian Traditional-Medicine Society

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Registered with all private health funds. Hicaps available for rebates.

Megan can be contacted directly on 0425 307 296

Lymphoedema Management

Lymphoedema is a chronic condition that can be successfully managed with ongoing de-congestive therapy (CDT). This treatment combines compression therapy, lymph drainage therapy (massage), exercise and therapeutic skin care.

A case of secondary lymphoedema might typically occur after surgery, lymph node dissection and radiation therapy for breast cancer. Damage to lymph vessels and the loss of lymph nodes result in a reduced transport capacity of the lymphatic system whereby fluid and proteins may not be removed efficiently and start to accumulate in the tissues. As a result, swelling in the arm and chest may develop. Early detection and treatment are critical for heading off more severe symptoms.

The services I offer in my treatment sessions are:

• Bio-impedance spectroscopy analysis for assisting in the clinical assessment of unilateral lymphoedema of the arm and monitoring the effectiveness of treatment. This procedure involves passing a low strength electrical current through the body and measuring the impedance to the flow of this current. The amount of resistance correlates with the amount of extracellular fluid that is present in the extremity and can be assessed against a normal range and the patient's own previous measurements.

• Circumferential measurement graphs documenting sequential changes in limb volumes and edema volume and edema percentages using edemas calculating software.

• Fitting of custom made compression garments.

• Bandaging with the newest methods and materials (less bulk) that allow for greater mobility and ease during exercise.

• Remedial massage to compliment de-congestive exercises, restore range of motion and to address scar adhesion and webbing.

• MLD (manual lymph drainage)

• Education in self-care with a holistic approach; a de-congestive exercise program, diaphragmatic breathing instruction based on yoga techniques, skin care and self massage with a simple to follow routine for a partner.

Lymphatic Drainage Therapy As An Adjunct To Cosmetic Surgery Pre and post surgical lymph drainage therapy

Lymph drainage therapy is beneficial when applied for one or two sessions before surgery. These sessions prepare the body for optimal results by stimulating the lymphatic flow to remove any built up toxins and enhance overall health. Post surgery, lymph drainage encourages fluid circulation and is beneficial in reducing any swelling caused by the trauma of the surgery. By increasing circulation the tissue heals quicker and the recovery time is shorter. Lymph drainage has also been shown to reduce the scarring process. An additional benefit of lymph drainage massage is its ability to induce a deep state of relaxation to aid insomnia and manage stress.

Remedial Massage

Remedial massage is commonly used for muscular tension. Soft tissue manipulation can lengthen shortened muscles, increase circulation and ease movement and function. A focused treatment can address specific dysfunction or a holistic approach can be taken as an aid to stress management.

Additional therapies offered:

Pregnancy massage (after the first trimester), Hot stone massage, Aromatherapy massage.