Lorraine Madden Therapies

30/11/2023

When it comes to having IV access, blood tests or blood pressure cuffs on an arm that either has lymphoedema or is at risk of developing LO, there are lots of conflicting opinions. Indeed, this is a fact sheet being given out by at Waikato Hospital.

The organisation of lymphatic therapists is very concerned about this, as there is no evidence to suggest that this practice is safe - there is actually an absence of evidence either way, and it's not something that CAN be tested ethically, so our position is that it's not worth testing. It might be fine 99% of the time, but what if the 1% that it's not happens with your arm?

20/04/2023

22/03/2023

A new surveillance program lowers lymphedema risk in cancer patients by painlessly tracking tiny changes in the lymph system.

20/11/2022

Step-by-step instructions for how to do self manual lymphatic drainage for L arm lymphedema.Disclaimer: The information provided in this video is offered for...

18/10/2022

With Obesity Medicine Association’s Fall Summit right around the corner, conference attendees — just like myself — are taking a look at the schedule and planning their 2022 conference experience.    

04/10/2022

Breast cancer and lymphedema, what’s the relationship between the two and why is screening for lymphedema so important? 💭

A little-known side effect with a huge impact, lymphedema can develop after lymph node surgery or radiation treatment. Although lymphedema is a lifelong risk, it is most likely to occur within the first four years after breast surgery and is best treated in the early stages—which is why screening for lymphedema should not only be the standard of care but is KEY! 🙌

Learn more about the risk factors and importance of screening: https://bit.ly/3BqcVnR

09/07/2022

There is a new book for sale from the Lymphoedema Support Network. Lots of great information for self management.

23/02/2022

I was invited to present on the regular NNN DMDI Zoom meeting and address 3 topicsWhat interventions are essential for self-care and managing lymphoedema at ...

17/12/2021

Famous Physical Therapist's Bob Schrupp and Brad Heineck along with guest presenter Aaron Kast discuss the Top 3 Exercises for Lymphedema (swelling or edema)...

17/11/2021

Worth a look.

16/11/2021

Over the next few weeks, we've got a series of small informative slides to talk about Combined Decongestive Therapy. Here's the first one!

20/10/2021

Study confirms link between mechanotherapy and immunotherapy in muscle regeneration in mice

26/08/2021

“My experience of the Comfiwave Breast Band https://t.co/CbeCbHMsbs”

07/08/2021

This is LIPOEDEMA….. every lady in this image suffers with . They are all different stages, shapes + sizes, which demonstrates how differently we are all affected by this disease.

06/08/2021

So interesting

Lymph is moving from the right to left as the lymphangion fills, the valves will contract and push the lymph along. The lymph is propelled along 3-4 lymphangions…

03/08/2021

03/08/2021

“Martin Roberts on cellulitis and the importance of having access to antibiotics. https://t.co/pacELP1gio”

29/07/2021

Several studies find that exercise is not likely to increase the risk of lymphedema. Learn more.