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Great video for those of you w/lymphedema on hot days!
https://vimeo.com/960722302?share=copy&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1f3jSW7td4cbvCr6brrWuTQ81l3Tmh2fziWMpvGR0c9lI6uoyl9tAoYkQ_aem_ZmFrZWR1bW15MTZieXRlcw

Manage Lymph in Summer This is "Manage Lymph in Summer" by National Lymphedema Network on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

Celebrating OT Month -

Celebrating OT Month Grace joined SDK Therapy in 2022. Shortly after coming on board she became trained in Strength ABC which helps patients return to exercise after breast cancer.  

Raising Awareness on World Lymphedema Day March 6th 2024 -

Raising Awareness on World Lymphedema Day March 6th 2024

LAST CHANCE GRAB YOUR SPOT - Yoga Series - Strengthen and Restore 4 week evening series -

LAST CHANCE GRAB YOUR SPOT - Yoga Series - Strengthen and Restore 4 week evening series

DON'T MISS OUT!!! Yoga Series - Strengthen and Restore 4 week evening series -

DON'T MISS OUT!!! Yoga Series - Strengthen and Restore 4 week evening series

REGISTER NOW!!! Yoga Series - Strengthen and Restore 4 week evening series -

REGISTER NOW!!! Yoga Series - Strengthen and Restore 4 week evening series

A Message from SDK Therapy -

A Message from SDK Therapy Please be advised that our office will be closed on December 25, 2023, and January 1, 2024.  During the period from December 26, 2023, to January 2, 2024, the office will have limited hours and front desk access.

We Now Offer HIVAMAT Deep Oscillating Therapy -

We Now Offer HIVAMAT Deep Oscillating Therapy

Complimentary Webinar: Breast Cancer Treatment Side Effects -

Complimentary Webinar: Breast Cancer Treatment Side Effects

Learning about some great new
Products for our patients at the 2023 NLN conference in Philly.

Everyone at SDK Therapy is working hard with Lymphedema Treatment Act. Org to make this happen
Contact Your Members of Congress!
The Lymphedema Treatment Act was passed by the House of Representatives on November 17th! Calls to the Senate are urgently needed to get the bill signed into law before the end of this year, otherwise we will have to start all over again in the new Congress in January!

Click here to use the Senate Call Action Alert,
which will allow you to log your call!
Here is a quick video tutorial to show you how the Senate Call Action Alert works, and a comprehensive video where board members demonstrate making a call.

Why call rather than email? Although sending an email is better than nothing at all, a phone call carries a lot more weight. One office told us it takes about 100 emails to equal the significance of them receiving just one phone call! Additionally, we are in a time-sensitive situation, and nothing gets more immediate attention than a phone call.

Visit the Senate Call Alert FAQ page for more details.
In most cases you can call any time! Most offices have after-hours voicemail, so if you are unable to call during business hours, or if you would prefer to simply leave a message, you can call any time. Even during business hours calls sometimes go to voicemail.

Another great Zoom in the books! I had the pleasure of speaking to one of Mt. Sinai’s support groups today about Lymphedema. Thank you for allowing me to speak and get to know you all!

Breast Cancer Awareness month – helpful tips!
After undergoing treatment and surgery for Breast Cancer, many our patients will ask us, “How can we prevent lymphedema and what are my risks of developing Lymphedema?” This varies patient to patient, as the three primary risk factors are as follows:
• What type of Lymph node dissection did you have, an Axillary lymph node dissection or a Sentinel lymph node biopsy?
• Are you having radiation treatment? If so, will it be directed at your tumor site or into your armpit region?
• Is your Body Mass Index greater than 30, indicating you’re overweight?
When patients can share the answers to these personal questions, we can help them fine tune what their risk of developing lymphedema is. Risk factors can range from being as low as 6% to as high as 30% or even higher.
Empower yourself to learn what YOUR risks are so you can live your life freely! We are a team of OTs and PTs who are all Certified Lymphedema Therapists. An Education - Baseline measurement visit will help you understand your risk! Call to schedule or for more information.

What comes first, Lymphedema or scar tissue? Many of our patients who develop post breast cancer lymphedema also develop scars that limit their mobility and function. This could be from a mastectomy, lumpectomy or reconstruction. With that, they might also develop lymphedema. Scar tissue that develops around or near a body part that is swelling need to be manually worked on; softened and loosened to help create proper drainage. Left untreated scars can act like a trap door and block the proper flow of lymphatic drainage.
As certified lymphedema therapists and oncology rehab specialists when we are working with our patients, we need to assess what comes first – scars or lymphatic drainage. Often, we will work on both areas simultaneously. However, what’s most important is that your scars are being addressed!!
If you or someone you know are suffering for painful or tight scars it might be worth them reaching out to see one of our specialized therapists. Check out some of the fun tools we use in therapy - dycem, K tape, and reflex hammers. Treat your scar today!!

Please join our founder Stephanie Dessi Kiley, OT, CLT today at 5:00 PM EST. She is the featured speaker for Lenox Hill's Survivorship Webinar: Lymphedema. Here is the link for the free webinar:

Survivorship Webinar: Lymphedema Join us for a live webinar with guest speaker, Stephanie Dessi Kiley, OT, CLT who specializes in lymphedema and oncology rehab.

The Lymphedema Treatment Act is an active bill in the current, 117th Congress, which runs to the end of 2022. The Senate bill was introduced on 4/22/21, and assigned a bill number of S.1315. The Senate congressional leadership team is Senator Maria Cantwell, D-WA (lead sponsor); Senator Chuck Grassley, R-IA (co-lead). The House bill was introduced on 5/28/21, and assigned a bill number of H.R.3630. The House congressional leadership team is Representative Jan Schakowsky, D-IL-9 (lead sponsor); Representative Buddy Carter, R-GA-1 (co-lead); Representative Earl Blumenauer, D-OR-3 (co-lead); and Representative Mike Kelly, R-PA-16 (co-lead).
Read our blog about why this is so important for us all to rally behind and get this passed!

It’s Time for Medicare to Pay for Compression Garments – Support the Lymphedema Treatment Act — SDK Therapy Although the Lymphedema Treatment Act was first introduced into Congress back in 2010, it has not yet been passed. This act would provide Medicare coverage for compression garments. Currently, Medicare does not cover compression garments which are an essential part of treatment and management of lym

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Read about a great cancer exhibition in a European Museum all about cancer.

Compression Garments - No, They are Not Spanx or Skims - Here’s the “Skinny” on Compression Garments
At SDK Therapy, we see over 500 people annually for compression garments evaluation, fitting and management.
Read all about it in our latest blogpost

Compression Garments — SDK Therapy While we see a generation of consumers using lycra shapewear to reshape bodies, flatten bulges, lift sags etc., we know that the compression garments recommended by lymphedema therapists are for a far more important purpose, and can be an essential component to treating and managing lymphedema. Our

We are happy to announce that we are now a multidisciplinary team of highly experienced, compassionate NYS licensed Occupational and Physical Therapists specializing in oncology rehab (breast, neck, head), lymphedema therapy, and also provide measurements and ordering for customized and ready to wear compression garments. Expanding our team means we can now see clients within 24-48 hours of contacting us. Referrals can be self initialed by clients, family members, or physicians and healthcare professions by calling us at 212 42 5505. Please feel free to reach out directly to our founder and director Stephanie Dessi Kiley OT, CLT at any time with questions or concerns at [email protected]. We welcome the opportunity to work in conjunction with you and help you and your loved ones in your recovery.