Lymphoedema Management at Home

The use of Intermittent Pneumatic Compression (IPC) as part of the four cornerstones of care in the management of Lymphoedema. Simple Lymphatic Draingage (SLD). Skin Care, Exercise. Wearing Garments.

[@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro]

Thanks for sharing this with us! Greetings from the U.S. !👋🏽👨🏾‍⚕️

[@carlettagoodrich-mann1377]

Doctors on the go must have resources that can give the patients relief. Stimulating the body is necessary.

[@garygullikson6349]

I am age 84, heart patient, have stage one lymphedema, apparently resulting from double knee replacement surgery, most swelling in right leg. Swelling goes down considerably by sleeping with legs raised. I am starting wearing of velcro wrap to control swelling. I have been informed about IPC therapy and may consider it if swelling cannot be controlled with Velcro wrap, exercise, etc.

[@GavinDummett-uz6mh]

Hi Gary, Sorry to hear you have stage one lymphedema and are struggling with treatment.
IPC cannot be used on all patient and we have the following contraindications below;
IPC should NOT be used in the following circumstances:
• Known or suspected deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism, thrombophlebitis and acute infections of the skin, such as cellulitis.
• Decompensated/severe congestive cardiac failure, pulmonary oedema associated with significant limb oedema or any condition where an increase of fluid to the heart may be detrimental.
• Severe arteriosclerosis or other ischaemic vascular disease.
• Active metastatic disease affecting the limb.
If you are uncertain whether you have any of the above conditions please consult a physician or your lymphedema specialist before use

[@garygullikson6349]

Thanks for the cautionary info.@@GavinDummett-uz6mh

[@personalinjuryshow]

Excellent content, thanks for sharing.

[@malomama4750]

Where does the fluid go when it’s pushed up out of the legs

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We're can I get this treatment by me?

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How about in Kenya Africa 🌍

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How many hours can I use this in a day for lipedema?

[@huntleighhealthcare]

Hello, We recommend no more that 2 hours per day or if you experience pain when using the device.

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[@RobWilliams888]

Not Suitable if You Have an ICD Fitted.

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[@theresa94010]

What causes lymphedema? Not a word about breast cancer which is a common cause from breast cancer treatments.

[@katherinechase3674]

Treatment in the form of chemo did this. I had breast cancer, but no mastectomy. I have lymphedema in my feet only-

[@theresa94010]

@@katherinechase3674 - Hope your feet are getting better. Best wishes to you.

[@christinaupshur1894]

Spinal cord injuries

[@tasha9650]

Also having just edema and getting a wound, that's how my husband has it. A small wound got infected due to his poor circulation in his legs...the doctor forgot to give him the barrier with the silver and it ate all the skin from knee to his ankle and then she refused to see him again. We've been battling lymphedema and healing the wound 2-3 yrs now.