June 1, 2017
Debunking Lymphedema Risk-Reduction Behaviors: Risky Conclusions
A recent article in the Journal of Clinical Oncology by Ferguson et al.1 is being summarized, both in the NEJM Journal Watch and in the associated JCO editorial by Ahn and Port,2 as demonstrating and...
February 28, 2017
Style Options for Upper Extremity Lymphedema
As a woman, shopping for clothing can sometimes be a daunting task. You find a dress, or a shirt that you like, you’re optimistic so you try it on but the fit is all sorts of wrong, so it’s back to si...
February 25, 2017
What You Didn’t Know About Compression Garments
Exam Question:
A Class 1 (20-30 mmHg) compression sleeve gives a pressure of:
A. 30 mmHg pressure distally and 20 mmHg proximally
B. 20 mmHg distally and 30 mmHg proximally
C. 20-30 mmHg...
February 25, 2017
Guidelines for Reducing the Risk of Lymphedema for Those Who Have Had Breast Cancer Treatment
Avoid Infection (Cellulitis)
Exercise caution when having blood drawn or shots given on the affected arm(s). A recent study has not found a connection between an increase in swelling and needle-stick...
February 25, 2017
Ready-Made Versus Custom Compression Sleeves
There are three factors to discuss when making a decision to use or recommend a ready-made arm sleeve versus a custom arm sleeve. LympheDIVAs likes to call these factors the three “Cs”: Compression, C...
February 25, 2017
Prognostic and Therapeutic Uncertainty in Lymphedema
The recent Lymphatic Research Symposium with Dr. Babak Mehrara brought to light a very difficult subject for both clinicians and patients: how to address the potential risks regarding onset and manage...
