Lymphedema Therapy
under the medical leadership of Dr. Alan Kimmel and Heidi Miranda-Walsh, OT, CHT, CLT-LANA, specializes in lymphedema management. Therapist Virginia Moratz, OT, RL, MLT, CHT, also assists the team.
Our physician-directed program employs a safe and effective method of treatment known as Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT). CDT is the gold standard for lymphedema treatment.
The Greater Baltimore Lymphedema Center is one of an elite group of programs directed by a physician trained in lymphedema management. Our therapists have completed over 135 hours of training in lymphedema management and are certified by the Lymphology Association of North America (LANA).
Lymphedema is the chronic and progressive swelling of a body part caused by malformation or damage to the lymphatic system. It most often affects an arm or leg, but can also occur in the face, neck, abdomen or other parts of the body.
If you have undergone surgery, radiation, had any type of trauma to the lymph nodes/lymphatic system or if you have experienced these symptoms since birth or around age 35, you may have lymphedema:
- persistent swelling
- a feeling of "heaviness" in a body part
- tightening of the skin
- hardening of a limb
- decreased flexibility and function
Failure to obtain treatment can lead to several serious and progressive medical problems including:
- Repeated episodes of life-threatening infections such as cellulitus
- Frequent hospitalization
- Compromised quality of life
- Discomfort
- Depression
- Limited function
- Relentless medical care and expenses
Call (443) 849-6210 for more information or to schedule a consulation with Dr. Kimmel.
View The Greater Baltimore Lymphedema Center's brochure and learn more about these topics on this GBMC website:
