Colleen Martens Endrizzi
CME, Inc. - The Lymphedema Center
Lymphatic Drainage Therapy (LDT) is a gentle, noninvasive hands-on technique. A LDT trained therapist offers skilled evaluation of lymphatic functioning (manual lymphatic mapping), and provides precise rhythm and gentle pressure to activate optimal lymph flow. Manual Lymphatic Mapping assesses lymphatic circulation and assist in the development of alternative pathways for draining stagnated body-fluid. LDT is beneficial for many medical conditions (including post-surgical), and assists in the development of health and for maintaining health. LDT works to activate fluid circulation while stimulating the immune system and the parasympathetic nervous system. Lymph Drainage therapy has applications to the treatment of lymphedema.
Lymphedema can be managed by an effective therapy called complex or complete decongestive physiotherapy (CDP). CDP is the most effective therapy for lymphedema. CDP is composed of (1) manual lymph drainage techniques performed by a carefully trained lymphatic therapist, (2) compression bandaging or compression garments, (3) special exercises, and (4) daily vigilant skin care.
Typical results of therapy include reduced edema, increased fluid movement, and increased range of motion, increased tissue health and healing and improved sense of well-being. The self-treatment component of therapy is very significant in the re-establishment of the feeling of well-being.
Education/Training
Univ. of Regina, SK Canada - Psychology and Linguistics
Univ. of Wisconsin-Eau Claire - Masters in Communication Disorders
Union Institute and University - Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Studies with concentration in Speech Pathology and Lymphology (Head and Neck Lymphedema)
Additional training:
Upledger Institute for CranioSacral Therapy and certified in Lymphatic Drainage Therapy
Debra Beckman oral motor therapy
Bio
Dr. Martens Endrizzi is a registered and licensed Speech and Language Pathologist with over 20 years of clinical experience. She is additionally trained in CranioSacral therapy and certified in lymphedema treatment (LLCC) and specializes in lymphedema involving the head. She has additional training in psychology, linguistics, sensory integration, oral-motor therapy, swallowing and feeding therapy, lymph drainage therapy, and various alternative medical treatments.
Colleen has provided her services in a variety of settings including outpatient clinics, home care and long-term care facilities. Areas of specialized skill include severe swallowing and communication problems due to general oral motor weakness or dysfunction and head and neck cancer, lymphedema or fibrosity and fascial restrictions and adhesions.
Payments Accepted
Cash, check, some insurances
Hours:7-4
License:MN
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
 Alternative / Holistic Healing
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Lymphedema Therapy
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Craniosacral Therapy
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Licenses/Certifications
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CranioSacral Therapy (Upledger Institute)
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