Occupational Therapy Services

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Our Occupational Therapist

Living with lymphoedema, lipoedema, or persistent swelling can pose significant challenges to comfort, mobility, and wellbeing.
Finding appropriate and effective relief requires more than just products — it demands personalised, expert care.

We are committed to delivering comprehensive, patient-centred lymphoedema services that:

Improve quality of life
Promote long-term independence
Support effective self-management strategies

Our in-house Occupational Therapist, Larissa Westhuyzen, is a nationally recognised Accredited Lymphoedema Therapist, registered with the Australian Lymphoedema Association (ALA) providing targeted support for individuals affected by:

Lymphoedema
Lipoedema
Chronic oedema of unknown cause
Venous insufficiency
Varicose veins
Swelling related to ageing or pregnancy
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
Post-DVT (deep vein thrombosis) swelling

Our Services Include:

- Thorough evaluation, which includes reviewing your medical history and identifying any contraindications
  - Personalized compression recommendations and fittings
  - Expert measurement and fitting services
  - Prescription of the most suitable compression solution tailored to your needs
  - Offering wraps and custom-made garments
  - Specialized care for ulcers
  - Providing off-the-shelf circular knit or flat knit garments
  - Educating on proper donning and doffing techniques, including demonstrating and testing a variety of donning/doffing aids in stock
  - Performing Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) techniques
  - Conducting trials for Sequential Intermittent Pneumatic Compression (SIPC) therapy
  - Providing comprehensive education and self-management strategies
  - Offering brief consultations for class 3 garment fittings to ensure precise sizing with a valid prescription

Why Choose Us?

At SuperPharmacyPlus, we are committed to delivering high-quality compression and lymphoedema care through expert services and access to a comprehensive range of clinically approved compression products.

We proudly stock leading global brands — including Jobst, Medi, Haddenham, Sigvaris, and Lohmann & Rauscher — ensuring our clients benefit from a wide selection of reliable, effective solutions tailored to individual needs. This breadth of supply provides convenience, timely access, and the flexibility required to support our clinicians in delivering precise recommendations.

While our in-store inventory includes a diverse array of compression garments and accessories, certain specialised items may require custom ordering. Thanks to established partnerships with trusted manufacturers, we are well-positioned to source and deliver exactly what is needed — without unnecessary delays.

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Whether managing a recent diagnosis or living with chronic swelling, if you're seeking relief, guidance, and a customised treatment approach, our lymphoedema therapist is here to help.