Valerie Collins, PT, CLT-LANA
Val Collins received her Physical Therapy degree from the University of Connecticut in 1983. Her primary practice areas have always focused on integrating hands on care and exercise to help people regain the active lifestyle they desire.
Soon after moving to Chapel Hill in 1995, she began experiencing the symptoms of lymphedema and the frustration of a lack of clear diagnosis and treatment for these symptoms. While seeking out techniques for treatment, she became interested in all aspects of lymphedema. Steadfastly refusing to “just have to live with it”, she finally obtained resolution of her symptoms for the first time in 10 years from Manual Lymph Drainage.
This led to further study of the benefits of complete decongestive therapy. Val then attended the Academy of Lymphatic Studies for further professional training and is now a Certified Lymphedema Therapist through the Lymphology Association of North America.
Val and her husband, Ed, have been actively involved in the Carrboro community since their two teenagers were tots. When not working and taking care of her family, Val’s interests include gardening, hiking, cooking, reading, and painting.
