LSS is an independent healthcare provider, with staff who are fully qualified to treat all types of lymphoedema, chronic oedema and lipoedema occurring in adults and children. Upon referral, patients are fully assessed to determine the cause and type of oedema present.
Diagnosis is discussed and treatment organised with each patient in accordance with general wellbeing, clinical symptoms and lifestyle. Literature and personal care plans are provided to each patient to support explanation. Treatment is then delivered in-line with international recommended best practice guidelines. When necessary, liaison with other healthcare professionals is undertaken to confirm that intended treatment does not contraindicate other health ailments. Strong links with medical, physiotherapy and wound care teams also enables referral for other treatment needs that have been identified during the consultation.
All people receiving treatment from LSS have direct access to the lymphoedema team through telephone, text, email or letter. LSS has a policy to respond within 36 hours of receiving a message. LSS operates 6 days per week and when necessary, provides treatment on Sundays.
Staff at LSS strive to provide quality care of the highest standard. Regular attendance of credible lymphoedema courses and national conferences ensures staff are trained and updated to provide effective and safe treatment.
Provide advice and support with psychological and practical issues
Welcome to the website of Lymphoedema Specialist Services
Welcome to the website of Lymphoedema Specialist Services Ltd (LSS), an established company with staff qualified to deliver specialist treatment to adults and children for all types of lymphoedema, chronic oedema and lipoedema.
Together with Julia Anderson, BA (Hons), Lymphoedema Assistant Practitioner and Administrator and Janet Jobbins (RN, Dip N), Lymphoedema Practitioner, LSS provides treatment in East Sussex and from outpatient clinics in Eastbourne and Hastings. In addition, treatment is also provided in hospices, nursing homes and private homes for sufferers who are terminally ill or housebound.
Treatment is usually available through contracts with the NHS / Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs), and can also be accessed privately.