Free Community Health Event
Understanding Lymphedema
& chronic swelling.
Saturday, September 12, 2026 • 10:00–11:15 AM
Progressive Physical Therapy — Conference Room (Lower Level)
15 Spinning Wheel Rd., Hinsdale, IL 60521
Or RSVP by phone: (630) 887-6929
What to expect
Educational presentation
A plain-English talk on what lymphedema and chronic swelling are, why they happen, and what modern treatment looks like.
Optional swelling screenings
Brief, private screenings with our clinical team — entirely optional, no obligation.
Compression & pump demonstrations
Compression garment and pneumatic pump demonstrations by leading vendors, with time for questions.
Refreshments
Light refreshments served — come early, stay after, and ask anything.
Your presenter
Lamiaa Hefni, PT, CLT-LANA
Lead Lymphedema Therapist, Progressive Physical Therapy
Lamiaa is a certified lymphedema therapist and one of the few CLT-LANA-certified physical therapists practicing in the western Chicago suburbs — a board credential held by roughly one therapist per 100,000 Americans. She specializes in Complete Decongestive Therapy, the international standard of care for lymphedema, and leads all lymphedema and oncology rehabilitation care at our Hinsdale clinic.
Who this event is for
This session is designed for community members, families, and caregivers interested in learning about lymphedema and chronic swelling — including swelling related to cancer treatment, surgery, or vascular conditions. No referral needed, and no preparation required — just bring your questions.
Reserve your free seat
Seats are limited by the room — RSVP so we can save yours.
Can’t make it? Our clinic offers lymphedema evaluation and treatment year-round — call (630) 887-6929.
Getting here
- Parking
- Free parking is available in the lot directly outside the building at 15 Spinning Wheel Rd. Get directions.
- Finding the room
- Conference Room — Lower Level. Enter the main lobby and take the stairs or elevator down one floor; signs will point the way.
- Accessibility
- The building and conference room are wheelchair accessible via elevator. If you have any accessibility questions or needs, call (630) 887-6929 and we’ll make sure you’re taken care of.