Lymphedema is a unique kind of swelling due to an impairment in lymphatic drainage within a defined section of the body. It is a progressive accumulation of protein-rich fluid, usually...
Benign lymphedema is typically slow in its progression, usually thought of in terms of fluid accumulation, but more significantly marked by unique changes in skin texture. The slow progression of...
It is important that an individual with lymphedema receive comprehensive, effective treatment. The gold standard for lymphedema therapy is a combination of modalities called Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT). This therapy...
Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) is a collaboration between the Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) and the patient. The best outcomes are achieved when standard guidelines are followed. In the first phase...
Below are general categories to consider for reduction of risk of lymphedema, followed by more specific actions one can take to lower the risk of triggering lymphedema or limiting the...
It is important that an individual with lymphedema receive comprehensive, effective treatment The gold standard for lymphedema therapy is a combination of modalities called Complete Decongestive Therapy CDT This therapy...
Benign lymphedema is typically slow in its progression, usually thought of in terms of fluid accumulation, but more significantly marked by unique changes in skin texture The slow progression of...
Lymphedema is a unique kind of swelling due to an impairment in lymphatic drainage within a defined section of the body It is a progressive accumulation of proteinrich fluid, usually...
Infection prevention is the most important thing you can do for yourself if you have lymphedema Infection is an increased risk in persons with lymphedema due to two factors: first...
Living with lymphedema may be summed up as: ’manage your lymphedema, live your life’ In most cases lymphedema will not restrict your choice of activities, only ask that you make...
At TLC we believe all persons with lymphedema should have access to as much information as possible and to be able to form their own views about living with this...
Complete Decongestive Therapy CDT is a collaboration between the Certified Lymphedema Therapist CLT and the patient The best outcomes are achieved when standard guidelines are followed In the first phase...
Your compression bandages are specially made shortstretch bandages Under normal, daily use these bandages will keep their effective compression for approximately six months When laundering there are special guidelines and...
Lymphedema is a serious disease Whether it is mild or more severe, it can and does have a profound impact on the lives of persons living with it The good...