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Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) is a form of manual therapy that involves the use of specialized instruments to apply pressure to the soft tissues of the body, such as muscles, tendons, and fascia. IASTM is often used to treat a variety of conditions, including lymphedema. Lymphedema is a condition characterized by the accumulation of…
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Chemo-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is a common and often debilitating side effect of chemotherapy treatment for cancer. It is characterized by damage to the peripheral nerves, which can lead to a variety of symptoms such as tingling, numbness, pain, and weakness in the hands and feet. For many cancer patients, the frustration of dealing with…
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Lymphatic Vessels in the Brain?!! Lymphatic vessels in the brain and central nervous system, aka neuro-lymphatics, or glymphatics, are now found to be key to the our health and wellness. As a powerful player in removing amyloid beta proteins found to be increased in patients with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, post-concussive syndrome, ADHD, Autism and more. Find…
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As more and more massage therapists become certified to provide Manual Lymphatic Drainage to clients with swelling disorders, pain, post-op procedures and autoimmune dysfunction, more and more services available to the consumer claim to provide the beneficial ‘lymphatic massage’. The term ‘massage’ when referring to MLD has been a debated topic for many years. A…
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In the world of compression for lymphatic disorders, what facilitates the “best outcomes” isn’t always our application of multilayer short stretch compression bandages. If that doesn’t work for our client “Anita”, then why would we insist on her utilizing it? Sure, some products are better than others, and it all depends on the client’s compliance,…
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Edema at the end of life usually accompanies a terminal illness and can be very distressing to patients, their families, and health care professionals. However, adapted treatment within the palliative setting enables caregivers to provide relief from symptoms and permit the individual to live as actively and independently as possible until death. Presentation of Edema…
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Lower Extremity(LE) Lymphedema is found primarily in women. Unfortunately, also primarily for women, are plenty of shoe choices that no longer work if you are a lymphie. Shoe shopping can be one of the most frustrating, anxiety-provoking, humiliating experiences if you are someone with LE Lymphedema. Especially if you, like me, struggle with the most…
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Raise your hand if you’ve had this experience. You notice some swelling in your legs or arms, it’s not symmetrical, and your limb gets hard. You go to your primary care physician, and soon you think you are touring all of the specialists in your area trying to figure out what is wrong. Finally, probably…
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Watch this video from JuzoAcademy.com to learn the proper ways to fit a patient for compression stockings and hose. http://www.juzoacademy.com/e-Learning/Measuring-101
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One of the greatest misunderstandings of introverts is that we don’t like presenting in front of other people. Like shyness, fear of public speaking is another alleged trait of the introverted person. If I’m honest with myself, some of the worst speeches I’ve endured have been by people who love the attention but don’t deliver…
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