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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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Unlike the heart in the blood circulatory system, the lymphatic system does not have an active pump to propel lymphatic fluid back to the bloodstream. Effective lymph flow depends on sufficient muscle and joint activity, especially if the functionality of the lymphatic system is compromised. Decongestive exercises are most effective if performed while . . . → Read More: Decongestive and Breathing Exercises for Lymphedema
The surgical procedures performed on individuals affected by breast cancer may be mastectomy, partial mastectomy, or lumpectomy. Along with the actual breast surgery for cancer, axillary lymph nodes are removed and/or radiated. As a result of axillary lymph node clearance, the normal lymphatic drainage from the extremity is impaired, and some patients experience the onset . . . → Read More: Lymphedema Risk Reduction
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
“After a day of sitting in the office my ankles are swollen.” “During the last several months of my pregnancy, my legs practically doubled in size” “My fingers and hand frequently get puffy following a long hike” “My arm started swelling after I had surgery for my breast cancer” “Following the removal of . . . → Read More: When is it Lymphedema? Self-Check for Lymphedema 50 comments - (Comments are closed) Compression Garments, Drugs and Lymphedema, Exercises for Lymphedema, Lymphedema Infections, Lymphedema Resources, Lymphedema Therapists, Lymphedema Therapy, Lymphedemablog News, Skin and Nail Care lymphedema, lymphedema blog, lymphedema exercises, Lymphedema Infections, lymphedema information, lymphedema management, lymphedema news, lymphedema resource, Lymphedema self-check, weight lifting lymphedema
Complete decongestive therapy (CDT), sometimes referred to as complex decongestive therapy, or combined physical therapy is the internationally recognized “gold standard” treatment system for the vast majority of patients affected by lymphedema. Backed by long standing experience, CDT has shown to be safe and effective as the standard therapy for lymphedema. It is . . . → Read More: Complete Decongestive Therapy in the Treatment of Lymphedema
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
Taking appropriate precautions to reduce the risk of developing lymphedema always makes sense. Traveling in airplanes with pressurized cabins at high altitudes, especially on long-haul flights, may have deleterious effects on unmanaged lymphedema. However, individuals affected by, or at risk for lymphedema should not avoid air travel due to fear. Being aware of . . . → Read More: Lymphedema and Airline Travel 23 comments - (Comments are closed) Travel and Lymphedema airplane travel lymphedema, airtravel and the effects on lymphedema, airtravel lymphedema, effect of cabin pressure on lymphedema, lymphedema, lymphedema and airtravel, lymphedema blog, lymphedema exercises, lymphedema management, lymphedema resource, lymphedema treatment
Lymphorrhoea is the leakage or weeping of high-protein lymph fluid from the tissues onto the surface of the skin, which usually manifests as beading or trickling of fluid. It is more common in the legs and genital areas, especially if the prolonged restriction in mobility is an issue, but can also affect other . . . → Read More: Leakage of Lymph Fluid, a.k.a. Lymphorrhea One comment - (Comments are closed) Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema, Lymphorrhea breast cancer related lymphedema, CDT, Cellulitis, complete decongestive therapy, cutimed, Erysipelas, leaking of lymph, lymph cysts, lymph leak, lymphatic fistula, lymphedema, lymphedema blog, lymphedema information, lymphedema management, lymphocele, Lymphorrhea, manual lymph drainage, Obesity and Lymphedema, primary lymphedema, Secondary Lymphedema, wound care and lymphedema
I would like to thank Frank Aviles, Jr., PT, CWS, WCC, FACCWS, CLT, MLD/CDT and Wound Care Instructor, a well-known specialist on the topic of open and weeping wounds associated with edema and lymphedema, to provide this very informative and important article. Chronic Wound Care: Reading The Weep (by Frank Aviles) Management . . . → Read More: Chronic Wound Care: Reading The Weep
This article was written by Heather Ferguson, the Founder and Executive Director of the Lymphedema Advocacy Group. Heather’s relationship with lymphedema began with the birth of her twin boys, Devdan and Dylan, in September of 2006. Dylan was born with primary lymphedema. Her desire to advocate on behalf of lymphedema patients took root when she . . . → Read More: The Lymphedema Treatment Act |
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