Swelling Solutions
Lymphatic Health Centre
Facilitating Positive Outcomes as Your Partner in Change
Lymphedema treatment & self-Management
In this video, you will learn about the cycle of lymphedema progression and discover the roles you and your lymphedema therapist have in your self-care plan.
How does our lymphatic system work?
Watch this quick video to help you understand the important role the lymphatic system plays in our body.
HAVE YOU JUST STARTED TREATMENT FOR BREAST CANCER?
BE PROACTIVE
What is a seroma? What is cording? I have swelling, what now? The answers to these questions and more are given to you in my Proactive Measures program. You can choose one-on-one consultations (in person or online) or in person group workshops.
Contact me for more information and to book!
Swelling Solutions Offers Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema Surveillance
Catharine Burt RN, BScN, RMT, CDT has designed an early awareness program for individuals going through treatment for breast cancer. The PROACTIVE MEASURES PROGRAM is the first program in Ontario designed to help detect complications of breast cancer treatment early. Ideally, you would be seen before treatment begins for assessment of shoulder range of motion and limb circumference. Our research grade BIA machine helps to assess fluid levels and body composition as you regain strength. Following you through treatment allows us to pick up on changes and give you education about lymphedema, getting ready for radiation treatments and identify complications that may need referrals to other healthcare professionals. Lymphedema, a chronic condition of swelling can occur anytime after treatment depending on your risk factors. However, research has shown that it occurs within the first two to three years after treatment. Therefore, we will assess anyone at anytime after treatment as well. The possibility of getting lymphedema can cause anxiety and lead some people to start wearing compression garments when they may not be needed. We help you to navigate through this decision and only recommend compression when the evidence tells us you need it. Contact Catharine Burt for more information. (519) 749-0102
NUTRITIONAL CONSULTATIONS
Great news! Cathy has just received her Registered Holistic Nutritionist (R.H.N) designation from The Canadian School of Natural Nutrition. As a cancer survivor herself, Cathy is aware of the many side effects and nutritional challenges that are faced during treatment and getting back to life after treatment is over. Her own journey initiated her enthusiasm to help others discover how nutrients from food can play a large role in how one feels physically and mentally. In addition to her work with cancer survivors with lymphedema, Cathy has now added nutritional consultations to her service list.
Questions about booking can be sent to Cathy at:
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564 Belmont Ave. Unit 102A
Kitchener, On.
N2M 5N6
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Open Monday to Friday by appointment. Closed for all major holidays.
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Phone: (519) 749-0102
Fax: (519) 340-6827