Health & Wellness

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Health & Wellness Group

Lymphedema Therapy: Controlling Swelling So It Doesn't Control You
With Melanie Serpa, OT/L, CHT, CLT

Melanie is an occupational therapist who joined the Gresham Armworks Hand Therapy team 12 years ago. She graduated from The University of Puget Sound in 1990 and became a Certified Hand Therapist in 2004.   Melanie became a Certified Lymphedema therapist in 2019. In her free time, Melanie enjoys hiking, fishing, and rooting on the Portland Timbers and Thorns.  
 
Take aways:  
1)  Learn the science behind swelling of the arms, legs and torso

2)  Hear how manual lymph drainage, compression garments and specialized exercises can improve swelling

3)  Learn why it's important to be seen by someone certified in lymphedema therapy
 

*Ask about earning college Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for participating in our monthly morning presentations at no cost to you.