Lymphedema Mavens

09/29/2025

We think movement is only about building strength.
But the lymphatic system has no pump—it relies on you to move.

💡 Walk. Stretch. Bounce. Breathe. Movement = flow.
Stagnation is the silent health thief.

✨ Thriving starts with your lymph.

👉 What’s one small way you moved today?

09/29/2025

Video self- Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) neck: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QA-wi0d7-Ro

09/29/2025

09/29/2025

Have you had surgery involving your lymphatic system? Even if you don't have swelling, you are at risk of developing it. Here is an article from the American Cancer Society with good information for individuals who are at risk for
https://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatments-and-side-effects/physical-side-effects/lymphedema/for-people-at-risk-of-lymphedema.html

09/06/2025

Tingling in breast is common in people who are menstruating, newly pregnant, or breastfeeding. Learn more.

09/06/2025

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📚 Did you know?
All lymph from the lower body travels through the thoracic duct before reaching the left venous angle. That’s why abdominal clearing is such an essential step — it helps support the flow and velocity of lymph throughout the system.

At ACOLS, students gain hands-on practice in these techniques, building confidence to make a real difference for their patients.

09/06/2025

Did you know that there are special breast cancer screening guidelines for women with a strong family history of breast or ovarian cancer?

Learn more about this connection in recognition of : https://bit.ly/45NyA8U

09/06/2025

Navigating chronic illness is hard, but DME advocate Ashley Loerzel lives by these words that keep her grounded. https://bit.ly/47dm6Zf

09/04/2025

This study assessed the impact of immediate breast reconstruction on lymphedema incidence in women diagnosed with breast cancer. Reduced risk of lymphedema after immediate breast reconstruction in breast cancer: a retrospective nationwide study
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-025-10430-2

09/04/2025

We now have over 250 stores listed in our new Lymphedema Supplier Directory! (https://lymphedemaproject.org/find-a-supplier/) Please check to see if your supplier is listed, and if they aren't, ask them to join by sharing a link to our Supplier Directory page, printing and bringing them a copy of this flyer. (https://lymphedemaadvocacygroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Supplier-Directory-Handout.pdf) All suppliers must add themselves.

08/26/2025

Did you know your lymphatic system is like your body’s natural “drainage network”?

When it’s not working well, swelling from lipedema can get worse... no matter how much you elevate, massage, or stretch.

Want to learn what’s really going on and how to support your lymphatics for real relief? Join us in our FREE webinar, TODAY, Monday, August 25 at 3PM EDT.

🔗 Register here: https://learn.lipedema-simplified.org/free-webinar

In support of your lymphatic health,
Lipedema Simplified x

03/05/2025

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March is Lymphedema Awareness Month. Show your blue! 💙🩵💙
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