Specialist oncology massage, manual lymphatic drainage, lymphoedema and remedial massage therapist.
Asako Ford is very passionate about the care and treatment for those suffering from lymphatic or oncological illnesses. Her practice includes nursing home visits, palliative care patient visits and also treating patients at her private clinic in Elsternwick and Southern Breast Oncology in Bentleigh East.
Manual LYmphatic Drainage (MLD)
A delicate, light form treatment favouring the stimulation of lymph nodes to promote better flow.
Oncology
Massage
Reduces the side effects experienced from the conventional treatment of cancer and the symptoms of the disease process itself.
Decongestive Lymphatic therapy
Get fitted for your medical compression garment by a Lymphoedema specialist and receive expert skincare treatment for the affected area.
ALSO AVAILABLE:
Remedial Massage
Scar Tissue Treatment
Deep tissue massage
Relaxation massage
Pregnancy massage
In August 2017 I was diagnosed with breast cancer. Approximately six months after lumpectomy, node removal and subsequent radiotherapy, I found myself with scar tissue and lymphoedema of the breast.
At the time of my first visit to Asako my breast was constantly extremely uncomfortable/painful as a consequence that she knew what she was doing and would do her utmost improve my situation.
She used a laser device to breakdown/reduce scar tissue and massage to improve lymph flow.
The laser and massage treatment a my first appointment with her resulted in immediate, very significant, physical relief. I could not have imagined the improvement possible prior to my appointment.
I have subsequently had several appointments with Asako, all of which have proved beneficial.
My scar tissue has reduced and my lymphoedema has responded well to treatment from Asako. I can only speak highly of the quality treatment I have had, and continue to receive.
I recommend Asako to anyone seeking lymph drainage/scar tissue treatment and believe they would benefit from her service.
-G.W.
What is lipeodema?
11% OF AUSTRALIAN WOMEN AFFECTED
Most are unware they have it. Lipoedema is a long-term (chronic) condition where there’s an abnormal build-up of fat cells in the legs, thighs and buttocks, and sometimes in the arms.