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Lymphedema Techniques To Manage Edema After Sci: A Retrospective Analysis, Rebecca Hammad, Catherine Furbish, W. Mark Sweatman, Edelle Field-Fote
Lymphedema Techniques To Manage Edema After Sci: A Retrospective Analysis, Rebecca Hammad, Catherine Furbish, W. Mark Sweatman, Edelle Field-Fote
Rebecca Hammad
Lymphatouch As A Tool For Manual Lymph Drainage: A Therapist's Perspective, Karlie D. Kimball
Lymphatouch As A Tool For Manual Lymph Drainage: A Therapist's Perspective, Karlie D. Kimball
Occupational Therapy: Student Scholarship & Creative Works
Lymphedema, swelling due to impaired flow of lymph fluid, is a result of interrupted lymph circulation of the lymphatic system (McLafferty, Hendry, & Farley, 2012). This project aims to review and synthesize literature regarding the physiology of the lymphatic system, treatment of lymphedema involving the use of manual lymph drainage (MLD), and technology advances in the use of negative pressure in treatment and intervention in lymph flow. In addition to the literature review and synthesis, one Certified Lymphedema Therapist and physical therapist will be interviewed and asked to provide commentary on her experience using an advanced technology, the LymphaTouch®.
National Survey Of Lymphedema Therapists’ Dosing Of Complete Decongestive Therapy In Breast Cancer Survivors With Lymphedema, Katie M. Polo, Peter J. Rundquist, Nathaniel D. Krumdick, Gail L. Gamble
National Survey Of Lymphedema Therapists’ Dosing Of Complete Decongestive Therapy In Breast Cancer Survivors With Lymphedema, Katie M. Polo, Peter J. Rundquist, Nathaniel D. Krumdick, Gail L. Gamble
Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to identify dosing levels of complete decongestive therapy (CDT) with survivors with Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema (BCRL) and describe factors related to how occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, physical therapists, and physical therapists assistants with advanced lymphedema training determine dosing.
Methods: An electronic survey was sent to 598 occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, physical therapists, and physical therapists assistants with training in lymphedema. Respondents completed questions regarding demographics, dosing practices, and factors related to dose determination in complete decongestive therapy of survivors with Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema.
Results: 107 surveys were returned (18% response rate). …