If you’ve ever experienced muscle soreness and discomfort after a particularly strenuous workout or sports activity, you’re not alone. Intense physical activity can lead to muscle fatigue, inflammation, and even injury. Luckily, there’s a simple solution that can make a world of difference in your recovery process: a compression sleeve for arms. In this blog post, we’ll dive into the science behind compression
Lymphedema Leg Exercises & Stretching: Tips and Techniques
The lymphatic system is the system of the body that controls the regulation of the immune system and plays a key role in fighting disease. It is made up of a network of ducts, nodes, and vessels that pass through almost all bodily tissue. Fluid, called lymph, is circulated through the body by the lymphatic system, similar to the way …
Types of Exercise for Lymphedema Patients
It is also strongly encouraged that patients with lymphedema maintain a healthy lifestyle. Daily exercise can help reduce the occurrence of lymphedema flare-ups. The combination of compression garments and exercise helps the natural fluids of the body return to the circulatory system, which can reduce swelling.
The Best Compression Stockings for Traveling
Traveling often means sitting for long periods, which can be bad for blood circulation. Whether you’re on the road, on a plane, or on a train, a lack of proper circulation could cause discomfort and swollen feet and legs. That’s where compression stockings come in.
Tips for a Happy, Healthy 2021
The New Year signals a new opportunity to make positive changes in your life. Whether or not you are personally impacted from lymphedema, this is an excellent time to take renewed charge of your life. We put together a few ideas for kicking off the 2021 right
Can Allergies Trigger a Lymphedema Flare-Up?
When it comes to lymphedema and allergies, there is relatively little solid evidence that the two are directly linked. But that’s not to say there is no connection. Indeed, there is some anecdotal evidence that lymphedema flare-ups may be linked to worsening allergy symptoms. Accordingly, addressing your allergies may help with managing lymphedema symptoms. Consult your doctor for recommendations regarding …
The Importance of Keeping Up With Medical Treatments During COVID-19
The COVID crisis has altered virtually every aspect of life. Everything from schools and restaurants to houses of worship have been shuttered, as people try to avoid close contact with others. And for good reason. Exposure to this dangerous, highly transmissible virus must be avoided as much as possible if we are to protect one another. New evidence suggests that …
How Long Should You Wear Your Compression Socks?
How Long Should You Wear Your Compression Socks? People wear compression socks for a variety of reasons. Patients diagnosed with the irreversible condition known as lymphedema, for instance, will almost invariably be prescribed compression wear to help control swelling in an affected limb or body part. Because lymphedema is incurable, it’s important for patients to follow the advice of their …
Accept and Embrace Your Compression Sleeves
For many breast cancer survivors, the sudden occurrence of lymphedema is an unexpected — and decidedly unwelcome. Having endured the fear, pain, and trauma of therapies designed to help them survive their dreaded disease, it’s no wonder many women view the development of lymphedema as an insult to injury. Lymphedema is a chronic, incurable condition in which certain parts of …
Lymphedema’s Impact Extends Beyond Breast Cancer Patients
Lymphedema is frequently associated with women following successful treatments for breast cancer. Breast cancer often requires the removal or irradiation of lymph nodes in the armpits or chest, which can trigger the lymphatic dysfunction that results in chronic lymphedema. This common depiction, though, does not fully encapsulate the lymphedema community. Men Are Susceptible Too Lymphedema is by no means exclusive …