Additional Services

Treating Chronic Venous Insufficiency

Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) is treated with Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT). MLD effectively moves fluid out of the affected area and reduces swelling in the leg or foot. The potential for serious infection and chronic leg ulcers also is reduced.

Lymphedema of the Head and Neck

Treatment of head and neck cancer can potentially cause Lymphedema, which can affect vision, eating, speaking, and in some patients, breathing. Complete decongestive therapy leads to clinical improvement in the majority of patients with head and neck Lymphedema.

Amputation Therapy

St. Mary Physical Therapy at Cornerstone introduces a new Amputation Therapy Program to help patients relearn skills and improve mobility following the amputation of a limb. The program includes a comprehensive evaluation and development of an individualized care plan. Where appropriate, patients may receive training in the use of a prosthesis. Patients post-amputation also are given guidance in lifestyle changes, pain management, and skin care to avoid complications. The program focuses on developing the skills a patient post-amputation needs to resume activities of daily life.

Lymphedema Therapy

Certified Lymphedema Therapists provide treatment for lymphedema called Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT). CDT includes manual lymphatic drainage (MLD), compression bandaging, therapeutic exercise, skin care, compression garment fitting and personalized education in self-care. MLD is a gentle, hands-on massage that moves lymphatic fluid from the affected area to the healthy parts of the lymphatic system.