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Congratulations to Dr Tara Karnezis, A/Prof Ramin Shayan and Dr Musarat Ishaq from the O’Brien Institute (OBI) Department, on the recent publication of their lipoedema paper in the International Journal of Obesity (Nature).
Read MoreDue to the ongoing high number of COVID infections in NSW, I will just do emergency consultations during the lockdown in August and from September still working reduced hours and days in the clinic until the situation is easing.
What does that mean for you?
Emergency/urgent treatments in August: appointments are available every Saturday, please call me asap to arrange appointments
From September: everyone is welcome to make an appointment on Tuesdays and Thursdays only, Saturdays if you can’t come on a weekday and other emergencies outside of these hours can be discussed.
Some important measures we need to implement:
Please wait either outside, in front of the sliding door or in the car until I call you or let you in, to avoid having clients sitting in the waiting area together.
You have to wear a mask coming into the clinic.
At the door there will be hand sanitiser available and the QR code to sign in.
I will take everyone’s temperature upon arrival.
Also, please do not attend the clinic in case you are not feeling well, or have been in a hotspot area/LGA, or need to isolate.
I am sorry for the inconvenience, especially that so many of you are used to their regular time and treatment but that was the best possible option to move forward at the moment. I hope for your understanding and truly believe that we get through this and come back to a normal setting at some point.
Please do not hesitate to ring or email me if you have any questions or concerns. Otherwise, I hope to see you all back sometime in September!
Keep a good spirit, be patient and kind to each other!
All and foremost - take care and keep safe!
Due to the current COVID situation, we have decided to close the clinic for face-to-face consultations until the 9th of August 2021. We will update you on any further changes asap.
Thank you very much for your understanding!
Please keep safe and well and do not hesitate to contact me for any questions or concerns!
Looking forward to seeing you back soon!
After I have come back from another very inspiring and informative Lymphology Conference last week, I have decided to dedicate my work more to clients with a compromised Lymph System.
What does that mean and whom does it concern?
In Australia, compare to Germany where I have worked many years in Physiotherapy, we are in need of more dedicated Manual Lymph Therapist who serve people with Lymphoedema after injury or trauma in general and after cancer treatment which can affect the Lymph System either through radiation or Lymph node dissection.
Prospective surveillance and early intervention can help identifying Lymphoedema in an early stage and can help to minimise the long term impact on a patient’s life. I am dedicated to work with clients to generate a greater understanding of the condition and the mental impact it can have. What is also included in my work is developing a treatment/management plan as well as insuring the implementation of self treatment and care. I can provide the client with the relevant exercises and garment choice including measuring and fitting if needed.
Please follow the link below to learn more about how Lymph Drainage can help with your condition and what other positive effects it may has.
MLD Dr Vodder Method, is an advanced therapy in which the practitioner uses a unique range of movements, and gentle, rhythmic pumping techniques to move the skin in the direction of the lymph flow. This stimulates the Lymphatic system and detoxifies the body by transporting metabolic wastes, excess water, bacteria and toxins out of the body.
Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) is a gentle whole body treatment that relaxes the nervous system and aids the body’s immune system.
It is a cleansing and highly energising treatment that leaves you feeling relaxed and in a state of enhanced wellbeing.
Dear Clients,
I am glad that I can announce that Covid-restrictions have been lifted in NSW again and you don’t need to wear a face mask while attending our services at the moment. Please stay vigilant and if you experience any Covid symptoms don’t attend your appointment and get tested.
You still should sign in with the Covid Safe App before entering the clinic in order to support the tracing of NSW Health in case of an outbreak in the area.
Thank you very much for your understanding and I look forward to seeing you soon!
Dear valuable Clients,
Wishing you a happy and healthy New Year despite the ongoing concerns regarding the pandemic!
We are reopening the clinic next Monday, 18th of January and looking forward to seeing you back in a COVID SAFE environment. All precautionary measures, that we already had in place during the first wave of COVID last year, still apply.
In addition, you need to register your attendance with the Service NSW App upon arrival and wear your face mask at all times unless you have a medical condition that allows you to refrain from it. In case you forget to bring your mask, I will always have a mask available for you, so don’t hesitate to ask for it. Also, please wash and sanitise your hands as soon as you enter the treatment room and don’t attend your appointment if you feel unwell, have been a close contact to someone who has COVID symptoms or if you have been in a hotspot and require to quarantine.
If you would like to read up again on all the COVID safety measures we have put in place over time, please read again through my previous updates regarding our protocol.
Please let me know if you have further questions or concerns regarding attending your appointment.
All the best,
Martina
Christmas is here again and I will be on leave from the 21st of December to the 16th of January 2021.
During this time I will still be able to take your messages, arrange future appointments and provide you with vouchers as well. So don’t hesitate to contact me at anytime at your convenience.
At this point I won’t be able to take new massage clients on board anymore because of a very busy schedule but due to a limited number of Lymph Drainage Therapists in the area, I am still happy to accept new clients for Manual Lymph Drainage. Please contact me early enough to be able to fit you in.
After more than 3 years now, new prices apply from the 1st of January. Please refer to my the price list on my website.
I wish you a very happy Christmas Season!
As we already know, Manual Lymph Drainage does so much more than just moving fluid.
Now you can find out in the article below the effectiveness of COVID-19 side effect treatments.
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