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ACCREDITED LYMPHOEDEMA THERAPIST · AHPRA REGISTERED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Heather Marks Lymphoedema

Heather Marks·Occupational Therapist and Lymphoedema Therapist

I’m Heather Marks, an AHPRA registered occupational therapist and accredited lymphoedema therapist, consulting from Wellbeing Chiropractic Berwick on Wednesdays and Fridays. After sixteen years in public health, including work with oncology patients, I opened my own practice for all forms of lymphoedema and lipoedema, from breast cancer related swelling to primary lymphoedema. My aim is to give you the knowledge and skills to take control of your condition, with hands-on treatment that fits alongside your medical care.

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Private health, Medicare, NDIS and WorkCover

Heather Marks - Occupational Therapist and Lymphoedema Therapist at Wellbeing Chiropractic Berwick

Wellbeing BerwickWednesdays and Fridays

16 years in public health

As an occupational therapist, where working with oncology patients began.

6 years as a lymphoedema therapist

Accredited with the Australasian Lymphology Association since 2020.

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

La Trobe University, 2008. AHPRA registered and a member of OT Australia.

Adults, NDIS & Support at Home

NDIS participants and aged care package recipients welcome.

Who comes to see Heather

After breast cancer treatment

Arm and chest swelling, scar tissue and axillary web syndrome (cording) after surgery or radiotherapy.

Secondary lymphoedema elsewhere

Swelling in the legs, trunk or other areas following treatment for cancer, assessed and managed over time.

Primary lymphoedema & lipoedema

Long-standing conditions where understanding what is happening is the first step to managing it.

There are no silly questions. Knowledge is power when you are dealing with a chronic condition, and every appointment includes time to explain what is happening and what you can do between sessions. I work with adults, including NDIS participants and Support at Home aged care recipients.

From public health to a practice of my own

I completed my Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at La Trobe University in 2008 and spent sixteen years in public health, where I specialised in the care of oncology patients. That work showed me how much lymphoedema shapes daily life after cancer treatment, and how little time people were given to understand it.

I trained as a lymphoedema therapist in 2020 and opened Heather Marks Lymphoedema for upper and lower limb, trunk and head and neck lymphoedema, along with lipoedema. I am accredited with the Australasian Lymphology Association and a member of Occupational Therapy Australia.

Outside the clinic I enjoy reading, jogging and time at the park with my family.

Assess, treat, then hand you the tools

A first appointment is an assessment: measuring, examining and explaining, so you understand your condition and the options. Treatment is hands-on and adapted to you, and may include manual lymphatic drainage massage, deep oscillation therapy and photobiomodulation (laser) therapy, with compression garments fitted where needed.

Between sessions you have an exercise program to promote lymphatic flow, and after oncology surgery, scar therapy and management of axillary web syndrome. The goal is ownership: realistic, sustainable improvement that you can maintain yourself.

“I meet every client with empathy and respect, and I aim to build a working relationship that lasts.”

Heather Marks · Occupational Therapist and Lymphoedema Therapist

Services at Berwick

Lymphoedema & lipoedema assessment

Measurement, examination and education about your condition.

Manual lymphatic drainage massage

Gentle, specific hands-on technique to promote lymphatic flow.

Deep oscillation & photobiomodulation therapy

Electrostatic and low-level laser therapies used within a treatment plan.

Exercise programs

To promote lymphatic flow and support recovery after oncology surgery.

Scar therapy & cording management

Scar tissue work and treatment of axillary web syndrome after breast cancer surgery.

Registrations & credentials

Accredited Lymphoedema Therapist, Australasian Lymphology AssociationAHPRA registered occupational therapistBachelor of Occupational Therapy, La Trobe UniversityOccupational Therapy Australia member16 years in public healthPrivate health, Medicare care plan, NDIS, WorkCoverCompression garment fittingBerwick, Wednesdays & Fridays

Questions clients ask

No, though many clients come from their oncologist, surgeon or GP. A Medicare care plan (EPC) referral from your GP lets you claim part of the fee.

An assessment with measurements and examination, an explanation of what is happening in your lymphatic system, and a plan for treatment and self-management.

Axillary web syndrome is one of my areas of interest, alongside scar therapy and post-operative recovery. Treatment is gentle and progressed with you.

Yes. NDIS participants, Support at Home aged care recipients, WorkCover clients and private health extras are all accepted, along with Medicare care plan referrals.

Yes. Compression is measured and fitted as part of treatment where it is needed, and I explain how to wear and care for it.

Wednesdays and Fridays at Wellbeing Chiropractic Berwick, 3 Manuka Road. Book online, call 0450 340 232 or email info@heathermarks.com.au.

Where to find Heather

Wellbeing Chiropractic Berwick

3 Manuka Road, Berwick VIC 3806

Wednesdays and Fridays

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Booking with Heather Marks Lymphoedema. Heather Marks is an independent occupational Therapist and Lymphoedema Therapist who consults from rooms at Wellbeing Chiropractic Berwick. Appointments, fees and clinical care are provided by Heather Marks Lymphoedema, not by Wellbeing Chiropractic.

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Book with Heather at Berwick

Heather Marks Lymphoedema consults from Wellbeing Chiropractic Berwick, 3 Manuka Road, on Wednesdays and Fridays. Book online or call 0450 340 232.

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