Are you ready to take your career in lymphedema therapy to the next level? Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy is offering an exclusive $400 discount on select upcoming Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) certification courses in 2026.
Staying hydrated plays a crucial role in managing lymphedema by maintaining lymph fluid viscosity, enhancing the effectiveness of therapies, and preventing complications. The guide provides practical hydration tips for each lymphedema stage, clarifies misconceptions, and emphasizes recommended daily fluid targets, reinforcing hydration's importance alongside other treatment methods.
he Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy, in collaboration with Lohmann & Rauscher (L&R), is proud to offer the L&R Certified Lymphedema Therapist Scholarship — a meaningful opportunity to help fund your journey toward becoming a Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) through our comprehensive CDT certification course. With the pressing shortage of trained therapists in the U.S., this scholarship is more than financial support — it’s a gateway to a rewarding and underserved area of care.
In this blog, we’ll explore how compression works, the differences between bandaging and garments, and why proper education—like that provided by the Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy—is vital to safe and effective lymphedema care.
Despite advances in lymphedema awareness and treatment, misinformation remains widespread — even within healthcare settings. Patients often hear conflicting advice about swelling, exercise, compression, or whether their condition is curable. Clinicians, too, may encounter outdated or incomplete training that leads to confusion about best practices. Let’s explore and debunk some of the most common myths surrounding lymphedema and compression therapy.
Becoming a Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) is more than just adding letters after your name—it’s a career investment that can pay off in multiple ways. Whether you’re a physical therapist, occupational therapist, nurse, or massage therapist, certification in Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) opens doors to higher pay, expanded clinical roles, and greater professional recognition.
The demand for specialized lymphedema care is growing rapidly. Cancer survivorship, increased awareness of chronic conditions, and aging populations mean more patients need access to qualified lymphedema services than ever before. For hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and private clinics, starting a lymphedema clinic or adding a lymphedema program setup to existing services can be both clinically rewarding and financially profitable.
For patients living with advanced lymphedema, conservative treatments like compression and manual drainage may not always provide enough relief. In these cases, surgical options such as lymphaticovenous anastomosis (LVA), vascularized lymph node transfer (VLNT), and liposuction can offer new hope. Our latest blog explores when surgery is considered, how each procedure works, what to expect during recovery, and how long-term self-care remains essential to lasting results.
This article explores the incidence and prevalence of pediatric lymphedema, the difficulties in diagnosing it, the subtypes of the disease, and why awareness and specialized care are essential.