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LymphaTouch for scar and lymphoedema care

Our clinician is committed to her trade. She attends and participates in national and international lymphoedema conferences regularly so you can be assured that you will be managed with the latest treatments proven to be more effective. Amongst her many skill-set, Dr Linda Khong, PhD,  is a current Vodder-certified Lymphoedema Therapist as well as a certified Oncology Scar Specialist with Restore Scar Therapy (UK).

The clinic has state-of-the-art specialised lymphoedema equipment such as SOZO (Bioimpedence Spectroscopy) for assessment. Watch the video for more information. There is also the  LymphaTouch and the latest Electrostatic Deep Oscillation Therapy to treat your swelling, skin changes or stubborn scars.

We understand unexplained ongoing swelling in the leg(s) or any part of the body can be distressing. Many things can cause swelling e.g. a clot, medication. Did your doctor give you a diagnosis of lymphoedema? Otherwise, we recommend that you seek a thorough medical check-up and clearance prior to making an appointment with us. This is because it is important to determine the cause of your swelling as treatment will differ. Our clinician will assess and examine you at the first appointment.

No, a referral is not needed to consult a registered physiotherapist in the private clinic in Australia.

The exception will be if you are medically covered by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA), military, workers’ compensation or similar organisations. In this case, please see your medical practitioner for a referral.

Please call the clinic reception on 08 9383 3838 to make an initial first appointment.

Once completed, you will receive an emailed confirmation of your appointment.

Alternatively – please click here to book an appointment through our web form.

Your appointment should be covered under the Physiotherapy benefit if private health insurance is applicable. The clinic offers HICAPS claim on-site. However, depending on your level of private health cover, there will likely be an out of pocket expense for lymphoedema treatments

In addition, depending on your level of cover, private health insurance cover is variable for medical appliances or aids such as Compression Stockings. Please call your private health insurance fund for more information. Medicare does not cover for compression stockings currently.

Please contact us for more information.

To prepare for your first appointment with LK Lymphoedema Centre, we would appreciate that:

• You arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your first appointment time is due to complete some paperwork including a treatment consent form.
• Bring along your medical practitioner (GP) or specialist contact and referral (if applicable).
• If applicable, please do bring along any compression garment or aids that you are currently using or have used previously.

Our clinician will take your medical history to assess and most importantly, to understand your concern so do feel free to share your journey. During the first appointment with you, she will review any previous or existing appliances e.g. stockings you have used. Importantly, she will also address your concerns and recommend a plan tailored to your needs and preferences.

Please do bring along your partner or other person for the session if you wish.

Click to learn more about our Lymphoedema assessment services.