Transforming Lives: Unveiling the Expertise of Lauren Miller, Owner of Best Life Occupational Therapy in Knoxville, TN

Big Orange Business

• Welcome to Big Orange Business, where we explore stories of remarkable individuals making a difference in healthcare. In today's episode, we sit down with Lauren Miller, a dedicated occupational therapist based in Knoxville, Tennessee, specializing in Lymphedema therapy.

Episode Highlights:

1. Getting to Know Lauren Miller

• Lauren's journey into occupational therapy and how she discovered her passion for Lymphedema therapy
• Lauren's education, qualifications and experience in Lymphedema therapy

2. Understanding Lymphedema and Manual Lymphatic Drainage

• What is Lymphedema? Lauren explains how Lymphedema is a chronic, progressive condition, but that it does not mean you cannot live your best life.
• What is Manual Lymphatic Drainage? Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), also known as lymph work, uses light pressure and specific strokes to increase the flow of lymphatic fluid in the body. The powerful but gentle technique is designed to detoxify the body of excess lymph fluid in patients with lymphedema. It is also used to reroute lymphatic fluid and reduce swelling after many types of surgeries.

3. The Specialized Approach in Knoxville

• Best Life Occupational Therapy patients can be seen in the office located in Knoxville, TN or in their own home.
• Haley and Lauren discuss who would benefit most from Manual Lymphatic Drainage, what to expect after treatment and the ideal session time.

4. Challenges of starting a new business

• Lauren discusses the challenges of starting a new business in a new location.
• Lauren's desire to network and educate about lymphedema.

5. Local insights and recommendations

• Lauren talks about what she loves about Knoxville and gives her top 3 restaurant recommendations.
• Lauren gives the scoop on what she and her family love to do in the East TN area.

Connect with Lauren and Best Life Occupational Therapy:
Online
On Facebook
On Instagram

Links to Lauren's recommendations:
Restaurants:
SweetP's
Drake's
Cava

Activities:
Hiking at Frozen Head State Park
Seeing the arches at Big South Fork
World's Fair Park