A place where lymphedema patients, therapists, physicians, industry professionals, and family/friends can connect and share experiences, knowledge, and support
Karain Aoustin has just joined the community. Say hello!
2 hours ago
Linda ArnoldThanks. I have severe lymphedema in left leg and some in right leg resulting from cancer surgery in 08. Joined this community to find others with the problem and see what results they are having. I wear compression stockings 30-40 weight, use a pump, a... moreThanks. I have severe lymphedema in left leg and some in right leg resulting from cancer surgery in 08. Joined this community to find others with the problem and see what results they are having. I wear compression stockings 30-40 weight, use a pump, and my husband also wraps my legs when I don't plan to leave the house. Once in a blue moon the problem seems to be under control for a short period of time, but then blows up again. Is there anyone else with similar problem?
7 hours ago
Lymphedema Community Staff"Dreams are renewable. No matter what our age or condition, there are still untapped possibilities within us and new beauty waiting to be born."
~ Dale E. Turner
Fri at 5:12 PM
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Fri at 4:15 PM
Mable CurtisToday I order a foot/ankle wrap called juxta. I was diagnosed lymph edema fall 2011 . I inherited and i only weight 145 lbs but my foot ankle looks and feels like it weight 500lbs. I never had chemo or cancer treatment and I an in my 50's and feet been sw... moreToday I order a foot/ankle wrap called juxta. I was diagnosed lymph edema fall 2011 . I inherited and i only weight 145 lbs but my foot ankle looks and feels like it weight 500lbs. I never had chemo or cancer treatment and I an in my 50's and feet been swelling for years. I thought I had heart problems, gaunt. I wear long pants everyday and cannot enjoy summer because I am too embrassed and can hardly fit a shoe. After many years of swollen ankles foot finally a vascular dr inform me of my issue. However, they told me to buy 20-30 mg compression socks and sent me out the dr with no referrals or no onow to treat. Today I found this website and ordered the sock . The toe on this wrap is out as I was so tired of my toes being covered all day. I pray it helps with the swelling. It's hard to wear shoes. less
Fri at 4:22 PM
Linda ArnoldMable, I am new to this website, but I totally understand your shoe problem. My lymphedema, however, does stem from cancer surgery in 08 and I've had it since then. I have 3 sizes of shoes so that I can find something to put on my feet all the time. I ... moreMable, I am new to this website, but I totally understand your shoe problem. My lymphedema, however, does stem from cancer surgery in 08 and I've had it since then. I have 3 sizes of shoes so that I can find something to put on my feet all the time. I hope your foot sock helps with your problem.
Fri at 7:20 PM
Bernadette NalepaFun Fact Friday: Edward Kennedy, brother of JFK and future U.S. senator, scored the only touchdown for Harvard when they played Yale in 1955.
Staff Certified Lymphedema TherapistFRIDAY LYMPHFACT: A good compression gradient (when pressure generated by the compression garment or bandage is highter distally and progressively less towards proximal) facilitates therapeutic return of venous blood and lymph.
Fri at 8:01 AM
Linda Arnold has just joined the community. Say hello!
Endres Catherine → Rossana Zemek: Yes ,Rossana it was. Was just really happy about the patients reaction. So glad I decided to go into this field . :-)
Thu at 4:35 PM
Rossana ZemekDoes any one wear the lymphedema arm sleeve? Do you know how long they are 'good' for? I've had mine for two years and am very active...should I be replacing it sooner than two years?
Endres CatherineK, just had to share, had an awesome moment,. My patient got her garment today and for the first time in 2 years was able to put on the tennis shoes her husband had bought for her back then. Daughter and husband were there and the patient was soooo happy.... moreK, just had to share, had an awesome moment,. My patient got her garment today and for the first time in 2 years was able to put on the tennis shoes her husband had bought for her back then. Daughter and husband were there and the patient was soooo happy. Gave me goosebumps!
Staff Certified Lymphedema Therapist
It truly is an amazing feeling to be able to help people achieve such simple, yet very important goals. Great job!!
Staff Certified Lymphedema TherapistWEDNESDAY WORD OF THE DAY: Lymphangiogenesis - When lymph vessels form from preexisting lymphatic vessels as when there is a tumor present and it signals the lymphatic vessels to grow new vessels.
Wed at 8:48 AM
Jim BoylanWrapping Standards
How are the standards for wrapping swollen limbs made? Is there any provision for public or patient input and comment about future revisions?
Tue at 8:42 PM
Lymphedema Community Staff"The trouble with not having a goal is that you can spend your life running up and down the field and never score."
Staff Certified Lymphedema TherapistDo you all run support groups for your lymph patients? If not, consider doing them once in a while, as it is a great opportunity to get your patients together to talk and meet each other in a relaxing environment!
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