Lymph Therapy by Linda O'Donnell

04/23/2020

Just say no!

It's not just ink particles and contaminants that can travel through your body when you get tattooed. Researchers have now found that metal nanoparticles from the tattooing needles can get left behind, too.

02/18/2020

Lymphatic vasculature drains interstitial fluids, which contain the tissue’s waste products, and ensures immune surveillance of the tissues, allowing …

02/18/2020

Neurolymphatic course with our instructor wearing her Glymphatic crown! We were brainwashed!

Just completed a weekend course on glymphatics (the Lymphatics of the brain).

01/11/2020

Approach shows success in mice, but has yet to be tested in people

11/17/2019

ABQ’s own David Lang. Congrats to all!

Massage has emerged as an essential part of integrative medicine centers throughout the U.S. The research supporting massage as a complementary treatment for pain relief, cancer, stress, arthritis,…

11/01/2019

Acupuncture in . This study makes no claims about the potential of acupuncture to treat lymphedema itself, nor to assess the safety of acupuncture skin puncture in the affected or at risk area. The authors worked within the parameters of best practice for the management of lymphedema, in maintaining skin integrity by avoiding skin puncture in an affected area. Thus, this research opens the door to reassuring people with lymphedema that they can safely use acupuncture to address a range of physical and emotional conditions, which increases the options for managing symptomhttps://www.woundsinternational.com/uploads/resources/content_11206.pdf

09/16/2019

Congress returns from their long summer recess today. The members listed below have not cosponsored the LTA yet, so let's get their phones ringing this week!

Phone numbers and a call script are below. Be polite but persistent - the squeaky wheel gets the grease. Thank you for your advocacy!

Call Script:
"I am a constituent calling in support of the Lymphedema Treatment Act (H.R.1948 in the House and S.518 in the Senate). I would like Representative/Senator [name] to cosponsor this bill. This issue is important to me because... [2-3 brief sentences]. Please ask Representative/Senator [name] to join the over 380 members of Congress already supporting this bill and add his/her name as a cosponsor."

The following members of Congress have NOT cosponsored the LTA yet:

AL-02 Martha Roby 202-225-2901
AL-03 Mike Rogers 202-225-3261
AL-06 Gary Palmer 202-225-4921
AL-Senate: Richard Shelby, 202-224-5744

AZ-05 Andy Biggs 202-225-2635
AZ-08 Debbie Lesko 202-225-4576
AZ-09 Greg Stanton 202-225-9888

CA-02 Jared Huffman 202-225-5161
CA-04 Tom McClintock 202-225-2511
CA-10 Joshua Harder 202-225-4540
CA-11 Mark DeSaulnier 202-225-2095
CA-12 Nancy Pelosi 202-225-4965
CA-16 Jim Costa 202-225-3341
CA-18 Anna Eshoo 202-225-8104
CA-22 Devin Nunes 202-225-2523
CA-23 Kevin McCarthy 202-225-2915
CA-24 Salud Carbajal 202-225-3601
CA-27 Judy Chu 202-225-5464
CA-29 Tony Cardenas 202-225-6131
CA-32 Grace Napolitano 202-225-5256
CA-34 Jimmy Gomez 202-225-6235
CA-35 Norma Torres 202-225-6161
CA-38 Linda Sanchez 202-225-6676
CA-39 Gilbert Cisneros 202-225-4111
CA-42 Ken Calvert 202-225-1986
CA-51 Juan Vargas 202-225-8045

CO-04 Ken Buck 202-225-4676
CO-06 Jason Crow 202-225-7882
CO-Senate: Cory Gardner, 202-224-5941

CT-01 John B. Larson 202-225-2265
CT-05 Jahana Hayes 202-225-4476

GA-06 Lucy McBath 202-225-4501
GA-07 Robert Woodall 202-225-4272
GA-09 Doug Collins 202-225-9893
GA-12 Rick Allen 202-225-2823
GA-13 David Scott 202-225-2939
GA-14 Tom Graves 202-225-5211
GA-Senate: David Perdue, 202-224-3521
GA-Senate: Johnny Isakson, 202- 224-3643

GU (Guam) Michael San Nicolas 202-225-1188

HI-Senate: Brian Schatz, 202- 224-3934

IA-01 Abby Finkenauer 202-225-2911
IA-Senate: Joni Ernst, 202-224-3254
IA-Senate: Chuck Grassley, 202-224-3744

ID-01 Russ Fulcher 202-225-6611
ID-02 Mike Simpson 202-225-5531
ID-Senate: Jim Risch, 202-224-2752
ID-Senate: Mike Crapo, 202-224-6142

IL-04 Jesús “Chuy” Garcia 202-225-8203
IL-10 Bradley Schneider 202-225-4835
IL-14 Lauren Underwood 202-225-2976
IL-15 John Shimkus 202-225-5271

IN-03 Jim Banks 202-225-4436
IN-04 James Baird 202-225-5037
IN-08 Larry Bucshon 202-225-4636
IN-Senate: Mike Braun, 202-224-4814

KS-Senate: Pat Roberts, 202-224-4774

KY-02 Brett Guthrie 202-225-3501
KY-06 Andy Barr 202-225-4706
KY-Senate: Rand Paul, 202-224-4343
KY-Senate: Mitch McConnell, 202-224-2541

LA-01 Steve Scalise 202-225-3015
LA-03 Clay Higgins 202-225-2031
LA-04 Mike Johnson 202-225-2777
LA-Senate: Bill Cassidy, 202-224-5824
LA-Senate: John Kennedy, 202-224-4623

MA-01 Richard Neal 202-225-5601
MA-03 Lori Trahan 202-225-3411
MA-04 Joseph P. Kennedy III 202-225-5931
MA-07 Ayanna Pressley 202-225-5111
MA-09 William Keating 202-225-3111

MD-05 Steny Hoyer 202-225-4131

ME-02 Jared Golden 202-225-6306
ME-Senate: Susan Collins, 202-224-2523

MI-03 Justin Amash 202-225-3831
MI-06 Fred Upton 202-225-3761

NC-03 Vacant 202-225-3415 (vacant)
NC-05 Viginia Foxx 202-225-2071
NC-06 Mark Walker 202-225-3065
NC-09 Vacant 202-225-1976 (vacant)
NC-10 Patrick McHenry 202-225-2576
NC-13 Ted Budd 202-225-4531
NC-Senate: Richard Burr, 202-224-3154, then enter #2

NE-Senate: Deb Fischer, 202-224-6551
NE-Senate: Ben Sasse, 202-224-4224

NJ-06 Frank Pallone Jr. 202-225-4671
NJ-09 Bill Pascrell Jr. 202-225-5751
NJ-10 Donald Payne 202-225-3436
NJ-11 Mikie Sherrill 202-225-5034

NV-01 Dina Titus 202-225-5965
NV-04 Steven Horsford 202-225-9894

NY-10 Jerrold Nadler 202-225-5635
NY-23 Tom Reed 202-225-3161

OH-01 Steve Chabot 202-225-2216
OH-04 Jim Jordan 202-225-2676
OH-08 Warren Davidson 202-225-6205
OH-12 Troy Balderson 202-225-5355
OH-16 Anthony Gonzalez 202-225-3876
OH-Senate: Rob Portman, 202-224-3353

OR-02 Greg Walden 202-225-6730
OR-Senate: Ron Wyden, 202-224-5244

PA-06 Chrissy Houlahan 202-225-4315
PA-09 Daniel Meuser 202-225-6511
PA-10 Scott Perry 202-225-5836
PA-17 Conor Lamb 202-225-2301
PA-Senate: Pat Toomey, 202-224-4254

SC-03 Jeff Duncan 202-225-5301
SC-04 William Timmons 202-225-6030
SC-05 Ralph Norman 202-225-5501
SC-06 James E. Clyburn 202-225-3315
SC-Senate: Tim Scott, 202-224-6121
SC-Senate: Lindsey Graham, 202-224-5972

SD-At Large Dusty Johnson 202-225-2801
SD-Senate: John Thune, 202-224-2321

TN-03 Charles “Chuck” Fleischmann 202-225-3271
TN-06 John Rose 202-225-4231
TN-07 Mark Green 202-225-2811
TN-08 David Kustoff 202-225-4714
TN-Senate: Marsha Blackburn, 202-224-3344
TN-Senate: Lamar Alexander, 202-224-4944

TX-02 Dan Crenshaw 202-225-6565
TX-08 Kevin Brady 202-225-4901
TX-10 Michael McCaul 202-225-2401
TX-11 Michael K. Conaway 202-225-3605
TX-19 Jodey Cook Arrington 202-225-4005
TX-21 Chip Roy 202-225-4236
TX-22 Pete Olson 202-225-5951
TX-24 Kenny Marchant 202-225-6605
TX-25 Roger Williams 202-225-9896
TX-26 Michael Burgess, MD 202-225-7772
TX-27 Michael Cloud 202-225-7742
TX-31 John Carter 202-225-3864
TX-33 Marc Veasey 202-225-9897
TX-Senate: Ted Cruz, 202-224-5922
TX-Senate: John Cornyn, 202-224-2934

UT-03 John Curtis 202-225-7751
UT-04 Ben McAdams 202-225-3011
UT-Senate: Mike Lee, 202-224-5444
UT-Senate: Mitt Romney, 202-224-5251

VA-02 Elaine Lurea 202-225-4215
VA-03 Robert C. "Bobby" Scott 202-225-8351
VA-04 Donald McEachin 202-225-6365
VA-05 Denver Riggleman 202-225-4711
VA-06 Benjamin Cline 202-225-5431
VA-08 Don Beyer 202-225-4376
VA-10 Jennifer Wexton 202-225-5136
VA-Senate: Mark Warner 202-224-2023

VI (US Virgin Islands) Stacey Plaskett 202-225-1790

WI-01 Bryan Steil 202-225-3031

WV-02 Alex Mooney 202-225-2711
WV-Senate: Joe Manchin, 202-224-3954

WY- At Large Liz Cheney 202-225-2311
WY-Senate: Mike Enzi, 202-224-3424
WY-Senate: John Barrasso, 202-224-6441

09/11/2019

The lymphatic system is a critical part of the immune system, but it needs help to run efficiently, such as eating a healing diet, exercising.

09/05/2019

Learn more about the Lymphedema and Lipedema NM Conference!

08/18/2019

Everybody into the pool!

Today I would like to share with you an article on aquatic exercises written by Mary Essert, B.A., ATRIC for this blog. Mary specializes in creation and delivery of water fitness and post rehab aquatic programs for individuals with disabilities and conditions such as Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, Breast....

08/11/2019

There are numerous reasons why patients with lymphedema are at an increased risk for infections. Normally the body is protected by a fine acid layer on the surface of the skin, which prevents bacteria and other pathogens from entering. However, the skin in lymphedema tends to be dry and scaly, causi...

07/27/2019

Lymphedema (the build-up of lymph fluid in tissues causing swelling) can have significant negative effects on function and quality of life. Learn about ways to prevent and treat it with exercise, compression, laser and drug therapy, surgery, massage, and more in this expert-reviewed summary.

07/25/2019

I am posting this as a demonstration of how a few minutes in a pool can improve your lymphatic decongestion!

07/05/2019

06/24/2019

I like to say this represents the nations lymphatic watersheds!

A stunning new map from Imgur user Fejetlenfej shows the complex network of rivers and streams in the contiguous United States, highlighting the massive expanse of basins across the country.

06/21/2019

Great article about surgery for lymphedema

When many lymph nodes are removed along with a tumor, some patients develop painful and debilitating swelling — lymphedema. More doctors should recognize and help prevent the problem, surgeons say.

04/11/2019

"Prolonged T helper 2 biased immune responses in lymphedema regulate the pathology of this disease by promoting tissue fibrosis, inhibiting formation of collateral lymphatics, decreasing lymphatic vessel pumping capacity, and increasing lymphatic leakiness."

Front Immunol. 2019 Mar 18;10:470. doi: 10.3389/fimmu.2019.00470. eCollection 2019. Review

04/09/2019

Way to go!

LE&RN Spokesperson Kathy Bates delivered powerful testimony today on Capitol Hill before a House Appropriations Sub-Committee. Ms. Bates was accompanied by LE activists Kelly Bell and Lindsay Bennett; Ms. Bates also brought Youth Ambassador Emma Detlefsen's words to the floor. We thank Rep. DeLauro, Rep. Lee, and Rep. Cole for their attention and remarks.

04/08/2019

Actress Kathy Bates will testify Tuesday before the House Committee on Appropriations about the fiscal year 2020 appropriations for the NIH and the CDC, and specifically about the importance of fighting lymphedema, a condition she is battling.

03/30/2019

If you are at risk for lymphedema or have existing swelling it is important to establish a relationship with a certified lymphatic therapist. The Lymphology Association of North America (LANA) provides a standard of certification for lymphedema care for healthcare practitioners. A CLT-LANA cert...

03/27/2019

Sad, how many times this happens. And then there's Lipedema.😞

Sadly, this is often true....

03/20/2019

On this day, the Vernal Equinox, we are in perfect balance between light and dark. Let us pray loving attention to the fragile sprouts of inner beauty which have survived the long dark of hibernation, despite all odds, to push up through the soil into the light. Let us honour the faith it has taken to believe in the invisible, upper world, where soon we will blossom into sprawling gardens overflowing with fruit. Let us hold our painful hearts with gentle hands today. Let us express our gratitude to the light that can only be found in the dark. Let us ask our vulnerability to shine radiantly with knowing that we are unfolding right on time. - Toko-pa Turner (toko-pa.com)

Painting by Nina Ulana

03/08/2019

Happy International Women’s Day to all the lymphie ladies and the women who support us! 💙 🌻

03/07/2019

It has been amazing to see the improvements in my clients who have had Lymph Node Transfers, Lymphaticovenous Anastomosis surgery. It is the solution for many, but not all, lymphedema patients.

News articles provided by Beaumont experts showcasing Beaumont Health's achievements in the healthcare community.

03/03/2019

Background and Aim. Lipedema is a common painful SAT disorder characterized by enlargement of fat primarily in the legs of women. Case reports of lipedema tissue samples demonstrate fluid and fibrosis in the interstitial matrix, increased macrophages, and adipocyte hypertrophy. The aims of this proj...

01/07/2019

Quite amazing!

University of Virginia scientist explores what he calls the "seventh sense" — an enigmatic link between the immune system and brain disorders.

12/24/2018

Wishing you & yours a very happy holiday season!
♥️, the Lymphie Life

12/19/2018

By Molly Clarke. Ms. Clarke is a regular contributor to the Social Security Disability Help blog where she works to promote disability awareness and assist individuals throughout the application process.