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In It’s Not Just a Swelling! – LYMPHEDEMA Joachim Zuther provides an up-to-date and comprehensive guide for specifically geared towards individuals affected by Lymphedema, their caregivers, and family members. 133 Images. Paperback and Kindle version Topics include:
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In metastasis, cancer cells break away from where they first formed (primary cancer), travel through the blood or lymph system and form new tumors, known as metastatic tumors in other parts of the body. The metastatic tumor is the same type of cancer as the primary tumor. The lymphatic system consists of the . . . → Read More: Lymph Nodes and Metastases  One comment  Uncategorized  anatomy of lymph nodes, lymph node, Lymph Nodes and Metastases, lymphoid organs, lymphoma, metastasis in lymph nodes, metastses, Primary lymphoid organs, secondary cancer, Secondary lymphoid organs, spread of cancer cells, T and B lymphocytes, What happens when Lymph Nodes are removed
The primary role of compression garments in lymphedema management is to maintain the reduction of the swelling achieved during the intensive treatment phase of Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT). A high level of consistency in providing the appropriate compression is crucial in order to avoid re-accumulation of evacuated lymphedema fluid. This consistency is provided . . . → Read More: How to Care for Your Compression Garments 21 comments - (Comments are closed) Compression Garments, Lymphedema Resources, Lymphedemablog News, Uncategorized Care for compression garments, compression garment care, compression sleeve wash, construction of compression garment, drying compression garments, inlay thread, inlay yarn, lymphedema, lymphedema blog, lymphedema information, lymphedema management, lymphedema news, lymphedema resource, washing compression garments, washing solutions for compression garments
Lymphedema is a progressive and chronic condition caused by the disruption or obstruction of normally functioning lymph vessels and/or nodes secondary to surgery involving the lymphatic system, or developmental abnormalities of the lymphatic system itself. Although the swelling associated with lymphedema can be reduced to a normal or near-normal size by Complete Decongestive . . . → Read More: Nighttime Compression Options for Lymphedema
The 2016 Yoga in America Study conducted by Yoga Journal and Yoga Alliance shows that the number of yoga practitioners in the United States has increased to more than 36 million, up from 20.4 million in 2012. Yoga, a practice rooted in over 5000 years of ancient Indian texts and traditions, continues to . . . → Read More: Yoga for Lymphedema One comment - (Comments are closed) Exercises for Lymphedema, Uncategorized, Yoga for Lymphedema Ashtanga Yoga for Lymphedema, Exercsises for Lymphedema, Hatha Yoga for Lymphedema, lymphedema management, lymphedema news, Lymphedema Risk reduction, lymphedema treatment, Vinyasa Yoga for Lymphedema, weight lifting lymphedema, Yoga, Yoga for Lymphedema
Dear Friends and Members of the Lymphedema Community! As many of you know, I founded the Academy of Lymphatic Studies in 1994, which developed an outstanding reputation over the decades for scientifically based instruction in Lymphedema Management. Until 2005, when I decided to sell the school following a diagnosis with a condition that . . . → Read More: Academy of Lymphatic Studies’ founder Joachim Zuther no longer with the School
Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication; according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, autism affects an estimated 1 in 44 children in the United States (2018). The etiology of autism is still . . . → Read More: Manual Lymph Drainage in the Treatment of Autism One comment - (Comments are closed) Uncategorized ASD, Autism, manual lymph drainage, Manual Lymph Drainage in Autism, MLD
When a portion of the lymphatic system is injured by trauma, surgery or radiation, or develops abnormally, the functionality of the lymphatic system is impaired. In many cases this can cause swelling, which most often affects the upper or lower extremities. A well-balanced exercise program in combination with other treatment options used in . . . → Read More: The Role of Various Exercise Modalities in the Treatment of Lymphedema
By Jean LaMantia, RD I would like to thank Jean LaMantia for contributing this interesting blog about fluid and sodium intake in relationship to lymphedema. Jean is a registered dietitian, lymph node cancer survivor and co-author of the Complete Lymphedema Management Nutrition Guide and Cookbook. She works with clients in person and virtually, . . . → Read More: Fluid and Sodium for Lymphedema Comments are closed Uncategorized fluid and sodium for lymphedema, How Much Fluid Do I Need If I Have Edema, how much water is in my body, Lymphedema and drinking water, nutrition and lymphedema, primary lymphedema, Salt and Lymphedema, Secondary Lymphedema, Side Effects of Overhydration, Side Effects of Underhydration, sodium intake lymphedema, Tips to Reduce Sodium Intake, Where is the Fluid in Our Bodies, Why Not Restrict Fluid for Lymphedema, Why Restrict Fluid for Edema
Dear Friends in the Lymphedema Community! I am very happy to report that the new book “It’s Not Just a Swelling! Lymphedema” is a big success; many of you who already read and use it have reported back to me indicating that the contents are very useful and a great help in dealing . . . → Read More: New Lymphedema Book for Patients 3 comments - (Comments are closed) Books on Lymphedema, Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema, Breast Cancer Surgery, Chronic Venous Insufficiency, Complete Decongestive Therapy, Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT), Compression Bandages, Compression Garments, Diet and Lymphedema, Dosing for lymphedema therapy, Drugs and Lymphedema, Elastic Taping for Lymphedema, Exercises for Lymphedema, Lipedema, Liposuction and Lymphedema, Lymphatic Filariasis, Lymphedema Complications, Lymphedema Infections, Lymphedema of the Head and Neck, Uncategorized book lymphedema, lymphedema book, lymphedema publication
Here is another update on the Lymphedema Treatment Act, written by Heather Ferguson, the Founder and Executive Director of the Lymphedema Advocacy Group. Please support the Advocacy Group’s effort to finally get this important bill passed by sending a message to your congressional office and your members in Congress; information to do so . . . → Read More: Update on the Lymphedema Treatment Act (H.R.3630/S.1315) |
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