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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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Dear Friends in the Lymphedema Community! I am very happy to report that the publication “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 with . . . → Read More: Lymphedema Book for Patients  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
Chronic lymphedema is considered a progressive condition, regardless of whether it is classified as primary or secondary, and cannot simply be described as an accumulation of protein-rich fluid. It is a chronic degenerative and inflammatory process affecting the soft tissues, skin, lymph vessels, and nodes, and may result in severe and often disabling . . . → Read More: Stages of Lymphedema Comments are closed Lymphedema Therapy, Primary Lymphedema, Secondary Lymphedema, Stages of Lymphedema
Lipedema is a chronically progressive, symmetrical accumulation of fat in the subcutaneous tissue occurring almost exclusively in women. Primarily, the lower extremities are affected, but lipedema may occur in combination with the upper extremities as well. Lipedema is characterized by symmetric enlargement of the limbs, combined with tenderness and easy bruising. Lipedema is . . . → Read More: Differences between Lipedema and Lymphedema
Lipedema is characterized by symmetric enlargement of the limbs, generally affecting the lower extremities extending from the hips to the ankles secondary to the deposition of fat; upper extremities are affected in 30% (1) of the cases. Lipedema is not rare and not caused by a disorder of the lymphatic system, but is . . . → Read More: A Closer Look at Lipedema and the Effects on the Lymphatic System
Lymphedema is caused by a blockage or dysfunction of the lymphatic system, causing a disruption of the normal flow of lymph fluid, which may result in swelling affecting various parts of the body. Lymphedema most commonly presents in soft tissues of arms and legs; however, it may also affect the trunk, abdomen, head . . . → Read More: Complications of Lymphedema
Compression therapy, applied using padded short-stretch bandages, compression garments, along with alternative materials such as adjustable compression devices or sequential compression devices, is an integral part of lymphedema management. The goal of compression therapy is to maintain and improve the reduction of the swelling achieved during lymphedema treatments. It is significant to recognize that . . . → Read More: Compression Therapy and its Role in the Treatment of Lymphedema 32 comments - (Comments are closed) Compression Bandages, Compression Garments, Lymphedema Resources, Lymphedema Therapy
Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) is an advanced stage of venous disease that occurs when the inner lining of the veins and/or the valves located within the larger veins are not working sufficiently, causing venous blood to collect or “pool” in the veins (venous stasis). The blood pressure inside the thin-walled veins is considerably . . . → Read More: Chronic Venous Insufficiency and the Effects on the Lymphatic System 5 comments - (Comments are closed) Chronic Venous Insufficiency, Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), Phlebo-Lympho-Static Edema, Post-Thrombotic Syndrome (PTS) The swelling in lymphedema is caused by an abnormal accumulation of protein and water molecules in the tissue and results from the inability of the lymphatic system to perform one of its basic functions, the removal of water and protein from the body tissues. This insufficiency can be caused by developmental . . . → Read More: The Value and Importance of Efficient Treatment and Management of Lymphedema
Compression bandages (and compression garments – see below) used in the management of lymphedema should be properly washed on a regular basis to avoid skin cells and oils becoming trapped in the fibers of the bandages and damage the integrity of the textile. Compression bandages may be machine or hand-washed; machine wash is . . . → Read More: How to Care for Short-Stretch Compression Bandages
The post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS) is an important chronic complication of deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Another condition known as chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) may develop following a PTS, which in some cases can be the cause for the onset of lymphedema. To better understand the mechanics of these conditions, a brief discussion of the . . . → Read More: Deep Vein Thrombosis and Post-Thrombotic Syndrome
Certain activities may trigger the onset of lymphedema or may exacerbate the symptoms of existing lymphedema. Individuals affected by lymphedema and those at risk for developing it (everyone who has undergone lymph node excision and/or radiation treatments) should observe the following precautions. The “Dos” and “Don’ts” below are based on decades of experience . . . → Read More: Dos and Don’ts for Lymphedema of the Leg |
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