New equipment will streamline lymphoedema treatment

The Occupational Therapy Lymphoedema Service at Gosford Hospital has received a piece of cuttingedge technology which will improve diagnosis and treatment thanks to a generous donation from the Gosford Hospital Auxiliary.

The SOZO machine, worth

$20,000, detects signs of lymphoedema in patients before they are visible, allowing early intervention which leads to better patient outcomes.

Occupational Therapy Manager Katie Hardy said the donation of the machine would ensure patients receive the best possible care.

“Being able to use this technology in the Lymphoedema Service means patients can be assessed quickly and accurately and if necessary, begin treatment much earlier than if we were relying on visible signs for a diagnosis,” she said.

“Many of our lymphoedema patients have previously undergone cancer treatment so it’s nice to be able to diagnose and treat early and allow these people to be able to get on with life.”

The SOZO machine is the latest piece of equipment donated by the Auxiliary through its tireless fundraising efforts.

Source: Media release, Feb 22