Lymph Logic

Changes in fluid production can occur when the external pressures exerted on a limb are changed, such as the cabin pressure in a plane. We discuss how to care for yourself while traveling in an airplane.

Everyone knows the benefits of eating a healthy diet, but did you know that some foods actually can worsen lymphedema. Diet is a non-surgical intervention that can go a long way in helping to maintain and lessen the effects of lymphedema.

Let’s face it having lymphedema is frustrating and can be demoralizing. Current surgical options are available and, in this podcast, we discuss three surgical techniques which might bring some relief of lymphedema.

Having lymphedema requires one to pay attention to all the seasons. In this podcast we provide suggestions to help you care for lymphedema no matter what the temperature is doing. 

Recognizing the signs and symptoms of cellulitis might save your life if you have lymphedema. Listen to this podcast to find our more and to enhance your ability to spot potential skin problems that could lead to this emergency condition.

In this podcast we continue talking about how to prevent and recognize different kinds of infection which can lead to lymphedema or a worsening of lymphedema. Erysipelas an acute dermal infection caused by streptococcus as well as lymphangitis is discussed.

In this podcast we discuss where fluid is located and how Chinese medicine mentions conditions which contributes to the development of LE. Additional theories about energy and skin considerations with acupuncture. 

In this podcast we discuss general precautions for arm and hands, and leg and foot with respect to clothing, jewelry and garment, as well as offer tips and tricks to stay safe with clothing and jewelry.

Includes precautions with constrictive clothing, Deep Tissue Massage, Lifting objects, and exercise.

We discuss abrasions, burns, bruises, insect bites, animal bits, thorns, household dangers.