Articles on Lymphedema in legs
Author: Jennifer Austin (BSc MS) In recent years Crocs have grown to become one of the most popular casual shoe brands. Their versatility means they can be used for anything from walking around the house, to a trip around town. But are Crocs suitable for someone with Lymphedema? In this article we will take a … Read more
Finding shoes that fit swollen feet can be frustrating. Just finding a retailer that stocks such shoes can be difficult. And you then have the task of finding a shoe that you can get on regardless of how swollen your feet are at a given time of day. This article will make the task of … Read more
Author: Caroline Jones (BPhty – Registered Physiotherapist) Exercise is one of the four cornerstones of lymphedema management but often one of the most neglected. Along with compression, skin care and lymphatic drainage, whether it be manual or self-drainage, exercise and activity help to reduce and maintain limb volumes. One of the many benefits of exercise … Read more
Author: Jennifer Austin (BSc MS) It is widely acknowledged that Leg compression machines (or sequential compression devices) are a great way to help reduce Lymphedema swelling in lower limbs. However it can be difficult to know which leg compression machine for Lymphedema to use. Picking the wrong device can mean you will see no improvements … Read more