Lymphedema and Lipedema Treatment Services

At Lymphatic Therapy Services, we take an integrative and customized approach that incorporates both the traditional Complex Decongestive Therapy (CDT) as well as other integrative therapies to support each patient. We go beyond traditional treatment and incorporate CDT with Dr. Vodder's Manual lymph drainage massage, lifestyle and nutritional counseling and customized aromatherapy to support each condition. With over 25+ years of experience, we create an individualized regimen that will reduce inflammation and pain, increase energy and help you to function more effectively in your daily life

Linda-Anne Kahn
Founder & Sr. Therapist

About Linda-Anne Kahn

She's an internationally trained Beauty Therapist, board-certified massage therapist, Clinical Aromatherapist, holistic health practitioner, integrative health coach, and internationally trained and certified Dr. Vodder lymphedema therapist.
She has certifications from prestigious institutions, such as the Dr. Vodder School in Austria, the Dr. Foeldi School in Germany, and Dr. Casley-Smith from Adelaide University in Australia.
Linda-Anne Kahn undergoes regular recertification by the Dr. Vodder School and continuous conference and workshop attendance to keep abreast with advances in her area of specialization.
She has over 35 years of experience and specializes in lipedema, Dercum's disease, and other connective tissue diseases.
She is also a regular invited speaker at the Fat Disorder Research Society (FDRS) conferences.
She lectures and presents at Aromatherapy, Lipedema, and health and wellness conferences worldwide.
She is an invited guest on many health and wellness podcasts.

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Our Services

Lipedema
Understand Lymphedema: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Dercums
Understand Chronic Venous Insufficiency: Causes, Symptoms & Effective Treatment Options
The Benefits of Manual Lymphatic Drainage for Post-Surgical Recovery
Manual Lymph Drainage

Lipedema

What is lipedema? Lipedema is a genetically mediated disorder of fat deposition that occurs almost exclusively in females. There is a symmetrical accumulation of fat in the legs, buttocks and hips that extends down to the ankles. In 70% of cases the swelling occurs in the arms and there is no foot involvement. A "cuff" can be found around the ankles and wrists. Patients often report a family history of "heavy legs" Lipedema is often called "painful fat syndrome". The swelling that occurs is due to an excess deposition of fatty tissue and fluid accumulation in the subcutaneous tissue, leaky vessels and fragility of the blood vessels. It is painful to the touch Lipedema is often misdiagnosed and can be mistaken for regular obesity or lymphedema. The condition can progress to become Lymphedema. Patients are accused of being simply "fat," which is not the case and is so invalidating and...

Close-up of manual lymphatic drainage therapy for arm lymphedema treatment

Understand Lymphedema: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options

Lymphedema causes persistent swelling when the lymphatic system can't drain fluid properly, often severely affecting the arms or legs. It turns simple tasks like buttoning a shirt or walking comfortably into real struggles. Lymphedema symptoms range from swollen limbs to tight, itchy skin. On the other hand, lymphedema causes include surgery, infection, or genetics. Struggling with swelling, fatigue, or post-surgery recovery? Book your personalized lymphatic drainage session today and experience natural, therapeutic healing that restores balance and promotes long-term wellness. Book an Appointment Many people manage lymphedema effectively once diagnosed, keeping swelling under control and staying active. If you've noticed one limb getting puffier or heavier than the other, this guide is for you. Understanding lymphedema early makes all the difference in controlling it and living without constant discomfort. What is Lymphedema? Lymphedema causes lymph fluid to build up in tissues because the lymphatic vessels or nodes are damaged or...

Dercums

Dercums disease -DD (adiposis dolorosa) What is Dercums? DD is a disorder of subcutaneous adipose (fatty) tissue, also known as painful fat syndrome. It involves the excess deposit and expansion of fat cells. Lipomas are common and angiolipomas (very vascular lipomas) are found in 30% of people with Dercum’s Disease. DD is often misdiagnosed as ordinary obesity. • DD occurs in more women than men, at a 5:1 ratio, and in 40% of cases it is thought it is thought to be inherited (genetic). Age of onset is usually between 30 and 50 years of age. Currently, there are no imaging or diagnostic tests available to determine the presence of DD. Types of Dercums TYPE 1: Painful nodular fat around the joints. TYPE 2: Painful nodular fat anywhere from head to toe (whole body). Often accompanied by generalized obesity. TYPE 3: Larger lipomas that may have a capsule and...

Person sitting and touching swollen ankle with visible veins, showing early signs of chronic venous insufficiency

Understand Chronic Venous Insufficiency: Causes, Symptoms & Effective Treatment Options

Chronic Venous Insufficiency occurs when your leg veins are unable to push blood back up to the heart as they should. Valves get damaged, blood backs up, pools in the lower legs, and pressure builds. This leads to swelling, aches, skin changes, and, in some cases, ulcers. Struggling with swelling, fatigue, or post-surgery recovery? Book your personalized lymphatic drainage session today and experience natural, therapeutic healing that restores balance and promotes long-term wellness. Book an Appointment It often follows a deep vein thrombosis, years of standing on the job, or simply the natural aging process. Many people live with CVI without realizing how much better they could feel. If your legs feel heavy by the end of the day or you notice bulging veins, this guide can help stop things from getting worse. What is Chronic Venous Insufficiency? Chronic Venous Insufficiency starts with faulty one-way valves in the leg veins....

Manual lymphatic drainage massage after surgery to reduce swelling, bruising, and improve recovery

The Benefits of Manual Lymphatic Drainage for Post-Surgical Recovery

Post-surgery lymphatic drainage is the fastest and safest way to reduce swelling, bruising, and pain after any operation. Surgery can damage delicate lymph vessels, causing fluid and waste to accumulate in tissues. This leads to puffiness, hard lumps, and slow healing. Professional Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) utilizes ultra-light, rhythmic strokes to redirect lymphatic fluid away from damaged areas and out of the body. Struggling with swelling, fatigue, or post-surgery recovery? Book your personalized lymphatic drainage session today and experience natural, therapeutic healing that restores balance and promotes long-term wellness. Book an Appointment Patients who start MLD within days of clearance see swelling drop dramatically; bruises fade in days instead of weeks, and discomfort eases naturally. It’s completely non-invasive, requires no drugs, and speeds recovery so you look and feel normal much sooner. Why Post-Surgical Healing Requires Special Care and Support Surgery is controlled trauma in which tissues are cut, blood...

Manual Lymph Drainage

What is Manual Lymph Drainage? Developed in Europe in the 1930’s by Dr. Emil and Estrid Vodder, Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) is a safe, effective, yet gentle approach to cleansing the body’s tissues. MLD drains excess fluid from the tissues and also has a detoxifying effect. It can benefit a healthy person as well as be applied to more than 60 different conditions. Scientific studies, as well as vast clinical experience, have supported the effectiveness of MLD. The therapeutic benefits of MLD, evidenced by more than 35 years of research, are well documented. It is widely prescribed by physicians in the United States and Canada also recognize the benefits of MLD for their patients.