Lymphedema & Wound Care In Chicago
Heal Faster, Move Freely: Expert Lymphedema & Wound Care in Chicago
Chronic swelling and unhealed wounds can severely impact your comfort, health, and quality of life. At Engram Therapy and Wellness Clinic in Chicago, our certified specialists provide advanced lymphedema and wound care designed to reduce pain, speed up healing, and help you regain independence in daily life.
Whether you’re managing a non-healing wound or living with swelling from lymphedema, our evidence-based approach combines clinical expertise with compassionate care—so you can return to living without discomfort or limitations.
Heal Faster, Move Freely: Expert Lymphedema & Wound Care in Chicago
Chronic swelling and unhealed wounds can severely impact your comfort, health, and quality of life. At Engram Therapy and Wellness Clinic in Chicago, our certified specialists provide advanced lymphedema and wound care designed to reduce pain, speed up healing, and help you regain independence in daily life.
Whether you’re managing a non-healing wound or living with swelling from lymphedema, our evidence-based approach combines clinical expertise with compassionate care—so you can return to living without discomfort or limitations.
Comprehensive Lymphedema & Wound Care in Chicago
Our dual-certified team delivers specialized care for complex conditions that require more than standard treatment:
Wound Care Therapy
Our certified wound care therapist evaluates and treats wounds caused by:
- Pressure ulcers
- Diabetic complications
- Arterial and venous insufficiency
- Surgical wounds
We promote optimal healing using:
- Advanced dressings tailored to wound type
- Selective sharp debridement (removal of dead tissue)
- Evidence-based modalities to stimulate healing
Lymphedema Therapy
Our certified lymphedema therapists provide Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT), the gold standard for managing swelling caused by lymphatic dysfunction.
Treatment includes:
- Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD)
- Multi-layer compression bandaging
- Therapeutic skin care
- Targeted decongestive exercise programs
From the intensive treatment phase to long-term self-management, we help patients restore daily function and prevent future flare-ups.
What to Expect at Engram Therapy and Wellness Clinic
Every patient journey begins with a detailed evaluation by a certified therapist to understand the root cause and severity of the condition. From there, we develop a personalized care plan that evolves with your progress and empowers you with education and tools for ongoing management at home.
Why Early Treatment Matters
Lymphedema and chronic wounds can lead to infections, limited mobility, and diminished quality of life if left untreated. Our proactive care approach provides:
Faster Healing – Prompt intervention with proven techniques promotes rapid tissue repair
Reduced Swelling – CDT effectively reduces fluid buildup and improves circulation
Enhanced Mobility – Regain the ability to move and function independently
Lower Risk of Complications – Prevent cellulitis, re-ulceration, or worsening of chronic conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes lymphedema?
Lymphedema is often caused by lymph node removal, cancer treatment, trauma, or congenital conditions that damage or block the lymphatic system.
How long does wound care therapy take?
Healing time depends on the severity and cause of the wound. Most patients attend therapy 2–3 times a week and see gradual improvement over several weeks.
Is lymphedema curable?
Lymphedema is typically a lifelong condition, but with proper management through CDT, symptoms can be significantly reduced and controlled.
Take the First Step Toward Healing
You don’t have to live with pain, swelling, or chronic wounds. At Engram Therapy and Wellness Clinic in Chicago, our certified wound and lymphedema therapists are here to help you heal, restore mobility, and improve your quality of life.
Call today to schedule your comprehensive evaluation. Let’s create a treatment plan that gets you back to feeling your best.
Request an appointment with one of our physical therapists today and get started on your journey toward better health and wellness!
In the end, an active lifestyle is more than possible, even if you struggle with chronic pain. If you are looking to improve your health, strength, and physical activity, look no further – we are here to help.
Patients with bleeding disorders, extreme fear of needles, on medications that prevent clotting or promote excessive coagulation, or with tender points directly near vital neural or vascular tissue may be identified as contraindicated to this treatment by a practitioner.
Success Stories & Testimonials
“Carla, the owner of Engram Therapy and Wellness Clinic has tremendous compassion, patience and medical expertise. Not only is she a physical therapist, she also has a nursing background. We hired her using private insurance (which was covered) to work with our loved one who resides in a nursing home after having a stroke. Carla never gave up on my loved one. My sister gets frustrated and can lash out, but Carla managed to stay on my sister’s good side. My sister has achieved her PT goals of transferring, standing and even walking.”
Jane Smith
“Carla is an amazing practitioner. She worked with my mother and was the only person that we saw that actually helped her lymphedema. She is also very empathetic and truly cares about her patience. After my mom was out of her care, Carla still checked on her and would answer any questions that we had without Charging for her time. I would highly recommend carla. There are very few lymphedema specialists that we encountered that actually know what they are doing.”
Stacey Orleans
“Carla is the most caring and knowledgeable PT! She cares so much about her patients. My dad is bedridden due to TBI and needs lots of PT work. Carla comes to visit my dad everyday and provides tremendous skillful help. She is very passionate about what she can do to improve my dad’s quality of life. We really appreciate your time and expertise! Keep up the amazing work Carla!!”
Robert Jiang
