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One-on-one physiotherapy in Kağıthane
Uzm. Fzt. Derya Boncuk KapısızKağıthane · İstanbul
Kağıthane, İstanbul

Let’s address edema, pain and posture problems at the source, not just temporarily.

At my clinic in Kağıthane, Istanbul, I offer lymphedema and lipedema therapy, scoliosis-specific exercise, manual therapy, manual lymphatic drainage and clinical pilates. Your appointment is time reserved entirely for you.

A first assessment that starts with measurement

Before any program begins, the first consultation includes listening to your complaint, measurement and a physiotherapy assessment. Afterwards, you are under no obligation to continue.

Book an assessment 0530 862 24 86
Uzm. Fzt. Derya Boncuk Kapısız, Kağıthane
Services

What complaints do I help with?

On each service’s own page you’ll find what it is, who it’s for, how many sessions it takes and answers to frequently asked questions.

Derya Boncuk KapısızService CatalogueLymphedema, lipedema, spine and movementTurn the page
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Edema and lymphLymphedema TherapySwelling tracked by measurement, reduced centimetre by centimetre.
  • People whose arm swells after breast cancer surgery and axillary lymph-node dissection
  • People who develop leg swelling after gynecological or prostate cancer treatment
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Edema and lymphLipedema TherapyA personal program for painful swelling that diet does not change.
  • Women whose upper body slims with diet and exercise while the legs do not
  • People with pain, tenderness to touch and easy bruising in the legs
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Edema and lymphManual Lymphatic DrainageLight, rhythmic touch that supports lymph flow.
  • People with a lymphedema or lipedema diagnosis
  • People with edema after aesthetic surgery (liposuction, abdominoplasty, tummy tuck)
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Spine, joints and movementScoliosis-Specific ExerciseCurve-specific exercise and posture work.
  • Children and teens found to have scoliosis at a school screening or examination
  • Patients who use a brace and need exercise support
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Spine, joints and movementManual TherapyHands-on, one-to-one work at the source of pain.
  • People with low-back pain, disc herniation and pain radiating to the hip/leg
  • People with neck pain, loss of neck curve and neck herniation
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Spine, joints and movementClinical PilatesControlled movement guided by a physiotherapist.
  • People with recurrent low-back and neck pain
  • Desk workers who develop posture problems
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Spine, joints and movementGraston Therapy (IASTM)Instrument-assisted soft tissue work for adhesions.
  • People with long-standing tennis or golfer’s elbow (lateral/medial epicondylitis)
  • People with Achilles tendon pain and tendinitis
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General physiotherapyPhysiotherapy & RehabilitationBack to strength after surgery or injury.
  • People with low-back herniation, neck herniation and spondylolisthesis
  • People who have had knee, shoulder, hip or ankle surgery
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First step

Let’s pinpoint the source of your complaint together

Before any program begins, I listen to you and carry out a detailed physiotherapy assessment and the necessary measurements. The aim is to clarify the source of your complaint and find the right path for you together, with no obligation to start a program afterwards.

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  • Detailed listening to your complaint and history-taking
  • Physiotherapy assessment: movement, posture and muscle tests
  • Circumference measurement for lymphedema/lipedema, posture analysis for scoliosis
  • Explanation of the approach that suits you and the estimated number of sessions
  • No obligation to continue
About

Everything begins with listening to you

I work in physiotherapy and rehabilitation with the belief that every patient’s story is unique.

Even two people with the same diagnosis differ in their needs, daily lives and pace of recovery. That’s why I begin every process with a detailed assessment: together we discuss where the pain or swelling comes from, which movements are difficult, and how it affects your daily life.

I focus in particular on lymphedema and lipedema therapy, scoliosis-specific exercise and manual therapy. What these fields share is that they require patience and consistency, so I stay in close contact with my patients until the process is complete, explaining what we do and why at every step.

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Education & Certifications

  • BSc in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
  • Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) / Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Földi technique
  • Three-Dimensional Scoliosis Exercise (Schroth) training
  • Manual Therapy certification
  • Clinical Pilates instructor training
  • Kinesiology Taping certification
Process

From the first meeting to results

  1. 01

    First assessment

    I listen to your complaint, perform a physiotherapy assessment and the necessary measurements, and we clarify your situation together.

  2. 02

    A personal plan

    We set the goals and the estimated number of sessions together. I explain what we do and why at every step.

  3. 03

    Application

    I apply manual therapy, drainage, exercise and any methods deemed necessary in one-on-one sessions.

  4. 04

    Measurement-based follow-up

    I track progress by measurement rather than by feel, and update the program according to the results.

Short Videos

Short videos, plain answers

The most common questions about lymphedema, lipedema and pain, answered in 30 seconds.

The videos are in Turkish.

  • Why was lipedema mistaken for obesity for years?

  • Are wooden rollers and dry brushing a problem in lymphedema?

  • Does swimming help a herniated disc?

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Service Areas

Reach me from Kağıthane and the surrounding area

Kağıthane · Seyrantepe · Gültepe · Çağlayan · Sanayi Mahallesi · Nurtepe · Hamidiye · Talatpaşa · Cendere · Levent · Şişli · Okmeydanı · Beşiktaş · Eyüpsultan · Sarıyer · Beyoğlu · Maslak · Mecidiyeköy · Bakırköy · Başakşehir · Kadıköy · Üsküdar · Ataşehir · İstanbul geneli (Avrupa ve Anadolu yakası) and surrounding neighborhoods. My clinic is in central Kağıthane, easily reachable by public transport.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions

What happens at the first assessment?
Before a program begins, I listen to your complaint and carry out a physiotherapy assessment with movement, posture and muscle tests, plus the necessary measurements. The aim is to clarify the source of your complaint together; afterwards you are under no obligation to continue.
How do I make an appointment?
You can fill in the appointment form on the site, or reach me directly by phone or WhatsApp. The form does not create a fixed booking; after receiving your request I call you and we set a suitable day and time together.
Which areas do you accept clients from?
My clinic is in central Kağıthane. Alongside Kağıthane, I work with clients from Seyrantepe, Gültepe, Çağlayan, Şişli, Levent, Eyüpsultan and nearby neighborhoods; the location is easy to reach by public transport. I accept clients from every district of Istanbul, on both the European and Asian sides, including Beşiktaş, Sarıyer, Beyoğlu, Maslak, Bakırköy, Başakşehir, Kadıköy, Üsküdar and Ataşehir. The M7 and M11 metro lines stop at Kağıthane, and I am open until 22:00 on weekdays.
Where should I go in Istanbul for lipedema or lymphedema?
First see a physician for the diagnosis (vascular surgery, dermatology or physical medicine for lipedema; oncology, vascular surgery or physical medicine for lymphedema). After the diagnosis, choose a physiotherapist trained in this field who works with measurements and in cooperation with your physician. At my practice in Kağıthane I run lymphedema and lipedema programs with the Complete Decongestive Therapy approach in one-to-one sessions; I accept clients from all over Istanbul and the first consultation starts with measurement.
I live on the Asian side; how is the program planned?
For clients coming from districts such as Kadıköy, Üsküdar and Ataşehir I plan sessions around the commute: intensive-phase days are grouped back to back, evening and Saturday slots are available, and times are chosen with bridge traffic in mind. Being able to keep coming is part of the program, so we discuss this at the first consultation.
Do I need a doctor’s report or referral for physiotherapy?
Not for the first assessment. However, a diagnosis is made by a physician; in some cases a physician’s opinion (examination, imaging) is advisable first and I will tell you so clearly. Bringing any MRI/X-ray and physician reports speeds up the process.
How long is a session and how many are needed?
Session length and total number depend on the type of complaint, how long-standing it is and the goal. New, simple cases may ease noticeably within a few sessions, while established conditions can take longer. At the first assessment I give you an estimated range; an exact number is not guaranteed.
Which complaints do you help with?
I focus particularly on lymphedema and lipedema, scoliosis-specific exercise, manual therapy, lymphatic drainage and clinical pilates; low-back and neck pain and post-surgery rehabilitation are also included. You’ll find the details of each on its service page.

Let’s pinpoint the source of your problem together

Before any program begins, I listen to you and carry out the necessary measurements and assessment. You are under no obligation to continue.

Request an appointment0530 862 24 86
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