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Cloud 9 Therapeutic Massage Corp Announces

Terri Darias, LMT, CLT has become Certified in Lymphedema Management

Miami Lakes, Florida Oct 24, 2006 Terri Darias, LMT, CLT, just completed her Certification as a Lymphedema Therapist from the Academy of Lymphatic Studies in Boca Raton. Terri Darias owns Cloud 9 Therapeutic Massage Corp for the past three years and is expanding her practice at Cloud 9 by adding a Lymphedema Clinic.

She will be able to help patients with this chronic disease, characterized by the abnormal accumulation of interstitial fluid from the insufficiency of the Lymphatic System.

There is Hope for Lymphedema patients!

Miami Lakes, FL -- Terri Darias, LMT, CLT, Just completed her Certification as a Lymphedema Therapist from the Academy of Lymphatic Studies in Boca Raton. Terri Darias owns Cloud 9 Therapeutic Massage Corp for the past three years and is expanding her practice at Cloud 9 by adding a Lymphedema Clinic.

Lymphedema (LE) is a chronic condition characterized by the abnormal accumulation of interstitial fluid due to insufficiency of the Lymphatic System. Lymphatic dysfunction may be related to primary malformation of the lymphatic system, or to secondary causes. The leading cause of LE in the United States today is cancer and it’s treatment.

The progression of LE is characterized by the swelling, as well as the changes of the skin and subcutaneous tissue. Changes typically manifest as roughness,, dryness, and hardening of the skin. Limbs may become grossly enlarged and distorted in contour with exaggerated skin creases, folds, and lobubes. Progressive LE may be complicated by medical morbidity including recurrent tissue infections and non-healing wounds. Functional, psychological, and social morbidity can occur as well. LE has no cure but can be successfully managed following timely diagnosis with appropriate treatment. Diagnosis may require evaluation by a physician with expertise in LE and, when indicated, diagnostic testing.

The progression of LE is characterized by the swelling, as well as the changes of the skin and subcutaneous tissue. Changes typically manifest as roughness,, dryness, and hardening of the skin. Limbs may become grossly enlarged and distorted in contour with exaggerated skin creases, folds, and lobubes. Progressive LE may be complicated by medical morbidity including recurrent tissue infections and non-healing wounds. Functional, psychological, and social morbidity can occur as well. LE has no cure but can be successfully managed following timely diagnosis with appropriate treatment. Diagnosis may require evaluation by a physician with expertise in LE and, when indicated, diagnostic testing.

Treatment of LE: Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) CDT is comprised of an initial reductive (phase I) followed by an ongoing, individualized maintenance phase (Phase II).

The primary goals of CDT are to:

Decrease edema.

Increase lymph fluid drainage from the congested areas.

Reduce subdermal fibrosis.

Improve the skin condition.

Ehance patient's functional status.

Enable the patient to adhere to an independent selt-carre program.

FACTS ABOUT LYMPHEDEMA:

Risk Factors:

Surgery that includes lymph node removal and/or radiation treatment.

Family history.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS:

Any time after surgical removal of lymph nodes and/or radiation treatment, onset of swelling in the arm or leg.

Swelling in a blim or other body area that presents during adolescent or later for no apparent reason.

Swelling that presents at birth or infancy.

TREATMENT: When lymphedema is diagnosed promptly and Complete Decongestive Therapy/CDT is begun early, patients can enjoy productive lives with few complications and little or no lifestyle restriction:

CDT CONSISTS OF:

Manual lymphatic drainage

Skin care

Specialized compression bandaging

Patient specific exercises

Education in proplylactic methods

Diet, nutrition and self-care

These techniques are according to the European Vodder methods introduced over the last decade in the United States. Treatment and support greatly improve the quality of life for persons afflicted with lymphedema. Treatment is now available and is covered by a growing number of insurance providers.

About Cloud 9 Therapeutic Massage Corp

Cloud 9 Therapeutic Massage Corp has been in operation since 2004 in the Miami Lakes area. We provide therapeutic masassages at a reasonable cost with insurance discounts. Now we are expanding with the Lymphedema Clinic.

Insurance discounts/coverage

Did you know that therapeutic massage may be covered by your insurance?  Depending upon your insurance carrier, you could save 15% or 20% off your therapeutic massage at Cloud 9.  And you may be eligible for 100% coverage with some insurance policies if your massage is medically necessary.  

Call us today to find out if you qualify for these discounted prices.  Massage is not just for the rich and famous!!!!  Schedule your appointment today and get rid of pain and stress!  Visit our insurance coverage page or call us to inquire. Please note, chair massage for the workplace is not available at the discounted insurance rates.  

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