Lymphedema Therapy Basics and Why You Should Care


Presenter Dr. Mark Melin leads a panel discussion on the importance of incorporating lymphatic treatment in management of venous disease. Includes lymphatic drainage demonstrations from experts.

[Panelists: Tony Gasparis, Mark Melin, Julie Green, Susan Ellenson]

  • Lymphatic dysfunction can occur in the early stages of venous disease.
  • Appropriate, sustained treatment can improve lymphatic function even in advanced PLE.
  • Lymphatic drainage should include the truncal/core region.

Presented By

  • Matthew Mark Melin, MD, FACS, RPVI

  • Tony Gasparis, MD

  • Julie Green, OTR/L, CLT-LANA, WCC, CLWT

  • Susan Ellenson, PT, CLT-LANA, CWS