Lymphedema wrapping - leg, solo

Bandaging is a component of treating lymphedema. Page McDowell, PT, of Spartanburg Regional and Gibbs Cancer Center, offers instructions on how to effectively wrap your leg, with help.

[@Dexy83]

How do I do this when I can no longer bend my knees or my middle due to edema? This is the most frustrating situation! 😢

[@NKBobcat]

I have the same problem, combined with sciatica. So hard to bend. Lots of pain.

[@jackiejackson4736]

So so so true. When you add sciatica to the mix, it's almost impossible to do that demonstration ​@@NKBobcat

[@georgewgray3906]

Have blisters further up the legs

[@bevcase6892]

that good if u can do it yourself

[@sheaview8427]

So how do I walk like this?

[@marylandmom]

Can u drive with these on? I'll be starting therapy in a couple of weeks but will driving to and from the hospital.

[@NitaClewis]

Why aren't you using foam in this tutorial?

[@sarahhamilton5538]

What tape is used for this video?

[@TheTASTIE1]

Hi can ace bandage be used for wrapping

[@Y.I.S.I]

If U have lymphedema it is best to use Short Stretch Bandages (Ace is a No No)

[@florencethompson4161]

No. Ace bandage should not be used.

[@talkingrico77]

We were trained in school to NEVER use circumferential wrapping as it applies pressure unevenly. Always use figure 8 wrapping

[@michaelwhalen1907]

yeah unfortunately it seem depending where you go, a nurse will wrap you differently. Which makes the patient wonder if they are doing it correctly.

[@jackiejackson4736]

Over wrap 50% with each circular motion. It works.

[@DT-wy1wp]

I keep ending up with a bulge at the bottom of my shin