New Book for Patients and Caregivers

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:

  • Self-Management of Lymphedema (Self-MLD, Skin Care, Compression Therapy, Exercises); includes Instructions for Self-Care with images
  • Nutritional Aspects
  • Lymphedema Risk Reduction, Do’s and Don’ts for Lymphedema
  • Complications of Lymphedema, such as Infections, Cellulitis, Leakage
  • Lymphedema and its Impact on Quality of Life
  • Traveling with Lymphedema
  • Prevention of Lymphedema
  • Treatment and Management of Lymphedema
  • Causes of Primary and Secondary Lymphedema and their Stages
  • Anatomy of the Lymphatic System
  • And Much More

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The Author

Joachim Zuther, Lymphedema Specialist. Read more

Suction Assisted Protein Lipectomy (SAPL) For The Treatment Of Chronic Lymphedema

This article is a follow up to the discussion of the role of surgical procedures, in this case suction assisted protein lipectomy (SAPL), as an additional treatment option for lymphedema. SAPL is a surgery technique to remove harmful inflammatory tissues present in stage 2 lymphedema and is different than standard liposuction. Other lymphedema surgeons . . . → Read More: Suction Assisted Protein Lipectomy (SAPL) For The Treatment Of Chronic Lymphedema