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  Sandra Holbrook To say something about myself, this is the first time I have been treated for lyumphedema in my left arm.  My problem started when I had 20 lymph nodes removed as part of breast cancer surgery in 2001.  I was treated with massage and wrapping.  What...  moreTo say something about myself, this is the first time I have been treated for lyumphedema in my left arm.  My problem started when I had 20 lymph nodes removed as part of breast cancer surgery in 2001.  I was treated with massage and wrapping.  What other therapies are there?  What physical exercises?
     

  • July 1, 2013

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    Staff Certified Lymphedema Therapist Are you wearing a compression sleeve as well? The Gold Standard for treating and managing lymphedema is Complete Decongestive Therapy, which is manual lymph drainage, compression bandaging, exercise, skin care and home management. Exercising should be...  moreAre you wearing a compression sleeve as well? The Gold Standard for treating and managing lymphedema is Complete Decongestive Therapy, which is manual lymph drainage, compression bandaging, exercise, skin care and home management. Exercising should be a part of a healthy routine and is always good to do.  

    • July 2, 2013
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  Sandra Holbrook has just joined the community. Say hello!

  • July 1, 2013