Author: Caroline Jones (BPhty – Registered Physiotherapist) Exercise can be one of the most effective treatments for lymphedema, especially in the arm where swelling can have a significant impact on activities of daily living. As one of the four main treatments of lymphedema (along with compression, lymphatic drainage and skin care,) exercise can help to … Read more
Author: Jennifer Austin (BSc MS) If you experience lymphedema then good skin care is critical. Lymphedema can cause your skin to become more susceptible to injury and infection. In this article we will look at skin care for lymphedema in more detail, and cover ways in which you can take better care of your skin … 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
Author: Jennifer Austin (BSc MS) The use of compression pumps for lymphedema has a long history. And depending on who you ask, you will get differing opinions on whether these pumps are good or bad for lymphedema. In this article we will take a closer look at the evidence for using compression pumps (aka sequential … Read more