Jun 01, 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...
Feb 24, 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...
Feb 24, 2017
Modern Day Compression Garments
“Colors, like features, follow the changes of the emotions.” Pablo Picasso
Although my specialty is lymphedema therapy, my treatment philosophy has evolved to guide patients along a healing path s...
Feb 24, 2017
Lymphedema Risk During Air Travel
If you have had lymph node surgery such as an axillary lymph node dissection (ALND) or sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB) and/or radiation therapy as a part of your breast cancer treatment then you a...
Feb 23, 2017
Use of Hand Compression and Compression Sleeves in Lymphedema Management and Prevention
Controversy persists regarding the benefits of compression garments in preventing lymphedema. A key stumbling block is the possibility of triggering hand lymphedema when wearing a sleeve without a glo...
Feb 23, 2017
Exercise for Lymphedema
Those suffering from breast cancer related lymphedema (BCRL) should remain active by engaging in an exercise program. Research demonstrates that participation in the correct type of physical activity...
