Lymphatic Care / Lymphedema
Lymphedema therapy that gives you control again.
Persistent swelling can feel overwhelming — but it is manageable with the right plan. As a Certified Lymphedema Therapist, Dr. Carolyn Baek combines gold-standard treatment with the practical support that makes day-to-day life easier.
Your path, from first visit to independence
Lymphedema care isn’t open-ended appointments forever. It’s a structured path with a clear goal: you, managing confidently at home, with us on call when you need us.
First visit
A thorough evaluation and measurements, a clear explanation of your situation, and the start of a personalized plan — all one-on-one with Dr. Baek.
Intensive reduction
Hands-on MLD, compression bandaging, and decongestive exercise to bring swelling down.
Learning self-management
You’ll learn self-MLD, skin and garment care, and flare-prevention strategies so you can keep swelling under control between visits.
Maintenance & follow-up
Quarterly check-ins or remote follow-up where appropriate, garment reassessment over time, and a plan to prevent flare-ups.
You’re not managing this alone
Lymphedema is a long-term condition, not a one-time problem — and you shouldn’t have to coordinate it by yourself. We handle the treatment, the compression, and the paperwork, and we teach you to manage confidently at home.
Conditions & situations we treat
Breast-cancer-related lymphedema
Arm, chest, and trunk swelling after lymph node surgery or radiation, plus axillary and breast cording.
Post-surgical swelling
Swelling that lingers after orthopedic, vascular, or cosmetic procedures.
Primary lymphedema
Swelling from a lymphatic system that didn’t develop typically.
Cording & tissue restriction
Axillary web syndrome and myofascial tightness that limit motion.
A specialization in head & neck lymphedema
Head and neck lymphedema — swelling of the face, neck, or under the chin after head and neck cancer surgery or radiation — needs specialized care. Dr. Baek holds a specialization in its management, using gentle Manual Lymphatic Drainage, targeted exercises, and self-care training to reduce swelling and ease tension that can affect comfort, speech, and swallowing.
How we treat: Complete Decongestive Therapy
Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) is the gold standard for lymphedema. It moves through two phases — an intensive reduction phase to bring swelling down, then an ongoing maintenance phase to keep it there.
What your plan can include
- Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) — gentle, hands-on techniques that reroute trapped fluid
- Compression bandaging to reduce and then control swelling
- Decongestive exercise to use your muscles as a natural pump
- Skin care to lower infection risk
- Myofascial release and axillary/breast cording treatment
- Low-level laser therapy where appropriate
Compression garment fitting & concierge support
The right garment is what holds your progress in place. We measure and fit compression garments, recommend the right options, and help with ordering — plus concierge support with paperwork, compression pumps, and supplies so you’re not navigating vendors alone.
Patient stories
Real progress, real support
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Lymphedema FAQs
Is lymphedema curable, and how long will I need care?
It’s managed rather than cured. We reduce swelling first, then move to a maintenance phase with a home program and periodic check-ins.
Do you measure and fit compression garments?
Yes — measuring, fitting, ordering help, and concierge support with paperwork, pumps, and supplies.
Can you help after cancer treatment?
Yes — breast-cancer-related lymphedema and cording are a core focus. See Breast Cancer Rehabilitation.
Do you treat head and neck lymphedema?
Yes — Dr. Baek has a specialization in head and neck lymphedema, common after head and neck cancer treatment. Care uses gentle MLD, targeted exercises, and self-management.
Is MLD here different from a spa massage?
Yes — this is medical treatment from a Certified Lymphedema Therapist, part of a complete plan.
Do you take insurance?
We’re out-of-network and cash-based. You pay at the time of service and receive a superbill you can submit to your insurer for possible out-of-network reimbursement.
Related reading
Cording after breast cancer surgery →
Take the first step toward less swelling
Request a lymphedema consultation — we usually respond within 24 hours.