Total Lymphedema Care

09/03/2023

Best compliment in the world when your study outcome is confirmed by a second group of investigators! 💪
Skin cooling for lymphedema really works! A now double proven adjunct to lymphedema management!!!
No one needs to suffer, if you have a refrigerator, you can have almost instant relief from the discomfort of swelling wherever it presents on your body!

Investigation of how local cryotherapy in combination with standard therapy affects patient outcomes indicates that cryotherapy is an effective adjunct modality for the treatment of secondary lymphedema and should be added to physical therapy protocols for lyMPhedema rehabilitation. Worldwide, lymph...

09/03/2023

Copy of my cooling study for easy access!!

Because softer tissue becomes more pliable, myofascial lengthening, scar tissue releasing, and other aspects of treatment are easier to perform thereby reducing treatment time and effort while achieving improved functional mobility. Based on preliminary observations that topical cooling appeared to....

08/27/2023

Summer heat activates lymphedema!
My study showed that cooling the affected area with a wet towel chilled in the refrigerator (not the freezer!!!) cools the skin AND decreases the pressure under the skin, reducing sub-dermal lymphedema. It's the quickest way to reduce discomfort and swelling from lymphedema short term. Especially on a hot day!!!

No it's not a cure! But neither are lymphatic drainage massage, compression garments or pumps. However skin cooling uniquely reduces inflammation in the tissue and over time CAN reduce the frequency and intensity of lymphedema.

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