Wounds can happen…a small scratch from the pet, a cut from bumping into furniture, or something more involved like a pressure ulcer. Either way it helps to be informed so that you can better prevent a wound or better heal the wound once it has been discovered. This is an exciting episode for the podcast, …
Episode 07: Wound Care featuring Frank Aviles, PT, CWS, FACCWS, CLT Read More »
Everyone knows that exercise is “good” for our bodies but when you have Lymphedema there are a lot of questions . How much? When should I start exercise? What to avoid? Episode 06 breaks down some of the myths related to exercise and Lymphedema. New research has improved our understanding of the benefits related to …
Have you ever experienced redness in your affected limb and had a fever? Have you ever gone to the emergency room for a red spot that was warm to the touch and kept getting bigger? Did the doctors and nurses at the emergency room look at you like you were crazy or contagious? Cellulitis is …
Are you covered? Do you know what lymphedema related items your insurance will cover? Are there exceptions or authorization requirements for your lymphedema supplies? Each insurance company is different. This is something I did not know until months into treating patients and telling a handful of people “insurance will not cover compression garments or pumps.” …
Compression is the foundation of managing your lymphedema. Without daily compression the progress you have made can be quickly lost. Use the anatomical gallery for images to illustrate some of the medical words in this episode. Compression is the most restrictive element of lymphedema treatment. Lets face it, it is also the thing we hate …
Episode 03: The Role Of Compression in Lymphedema Management. Read More »
If you have been diagnosed with Lymphedema or think you have a lymphatic disease it is important you find an expert to treat you. Some medical professionals claim to have a lymphedema treatment but not all are certified to do so. Episode 02 will help you learn more about the important role of a Certified …
Merriam-Webster’s pronunciation of Lymphedema: lymph·ede·ma | \ˌlim(p)-fi-ˈdē-mə Have you been told you have Lymphedema? Did you leave the doctors office thinking you heard what they told you but really it is all just a blur and now you need answers? Are you a friend or family member trying to educate yourself so you can help someone you …
Happy New Year! Welcome to Lymphedema Podcast. 2019 is a blank slate and ready for you to make it the best year yet! Most people begin a new year by writing out resolutions to start a new hobby, change some bad habits or to lose some of the holiday weight. This year I am committing …
Hello World! Get to know me, your host betty Westbrook, and I got here. Read More »