Improve Functionality with Lymphedema Exercises
Maintaining a healthy lymphatic system is in everyone’s best interest. It’s not just for patients diagnosed with the…
Complete Decongestive Therapy
Many patients who receive a diagnosis of lymphedema will subsequently be prescribed a treatment regimen called complete decongestive…
Common Myths About Lymphedema
Lymphedema is common among cancer survivors. This is especially true of women who have undergone treatment for breast…
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…
Understanding the Different Types of Arm Compression Garments
Manufacturers have engineered different types of arm compression garments to address lymphedema of varying degrees, which may affect…
Swimming & Water-Based Exercise for Lymphedema: 2025 Guide to Benefits, Safe Workouts & Essential Gear
For years clinicians worried that exercise might worsen lymphedema. Today we know the opposite is true: properly dosed…
Accept and Embrace Your Compression Sleeves
For many breast cancer survivors, the sudden occurrence of lymphedema is an unexpected — and decidedly unwelcome. Having…
Tips for Supporting a Loved One with Lymphedema
Lymphedema is an unwelcome diagnosis that can present more than a few challenges. Few people are prepared for…
The Relationship Between Lymphedema and Cellulitis
Cellulitis is a fairly common condition among people suffering from lymphedema. It involves infection of the internal, living…
Get to Know Your Lymph Nodes
Lymph nodes are tiny, round (or bean-shaped) structures distributed throughout your body. They serve as biological filters of…