Watch our Webinar on Lymphedema The Department of Rehabilitation
Services at Newton-Wellesley Hospital offers treatment for
lymphedema patients by qualified physical and occupational
therapists certified in lymphedema management. Lymphedema is a
chronic but treatable condition, which may be congenital
(present at birth) or may result from injury or trauma to the
lymphatic system. Treatment is covered by Medicare and all major
insurers. A referral from a physician is necessary. For more
information or to schedule an appointment, please call
617-243-6172. Lymphedema Frequently Asked Questions What is
lymphedema? Lymphedema is a potential complication following
lymph node dissection or radiation resulting in swelling of a
body part, usually an arm or a leg. Approximately 10-20 percent
of breast cancer patients who undergo lymph node surgery and/or
radiation will develop this chronic but treatable condition. It
can also occur in patients who have undergone treatment for
prostate, uterine, cervical, head and neck