STOP a Lymphedema Flare Up

Have you been manage swelling or lymphedema well and then all of a sudden you feel like you went backwards and had a flare up and worsening in swelling? Dealing with a lymphedema flare-up is frustrating and often requires more than just standard compression stockings. As a Physical Therapist and CLT-LANA, I’m sharing clinical strategies to reduce swelling quickly and get back to your baseline. Getting the swelling back down can be frustrating and not as simple as putting compression garments on. Let's talk about a few ways to help reduce swelling after a flare up 𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐃𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞s? Check out my e-guide with directions, visual diagrams, and more in my shop: https://www.cancerrehabpt.com/shop Access my 𝐋𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐨𝐝𝐲 𝐋𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 here: https://bit.ly/45aFH7E Access my 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐛 program here: https://bit.ly/3rrv7v6 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐕𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨: -Comprilan Short Stretch Bandages: https://bit.ly/3o6ogkT - L&R Solaris Caresia Arm - https://bit.ly/3Ycf9D - L&R Solaris Caresia Leg - https://bit.ly/3YfcVmv *a thigh piece and hand piece also exist on the website -Circaid Reduction Kit (Lower Leg): https://bit.ly/4ffwdyg *other body region products all exist on the website - Thuasne's Mobiderm Bandages: https://bit.ly/3QBYjIe Disclosure: Links included in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you. Thank you for your support! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- //𝐎𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬: Instagram: @cancerrehabpt https://www.instagram.com/cancerrehabpt/ Website: http://cancerrehabpt.com My Amazon Storefront: http://amazon.com/shop/cancerrehabpt Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases Chapters: 00:00 Why Compression Stockings Aren't Enough for a Flare-Up 00:44 Short Stretch Bandaging: The traditional reduction method 01:30 Reshaping Tissue: Using foams and paddings for fibrosis 01:53 Nighttime Compression: How liners help mild flare-ups 02:29 The "Pro Trick": Bandaging over nighttime garments 03:12 Tune-ups: Pneumatic pumps and lymphatic drainage exercises 03:22 Circaid Reduction Kit: A Velcro alternative to bandages 04:01 How to adjust compression as your limb gets smaller 05:00 Summary: Choosing the right tool to stop a flare-up ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * Although I do monitor comments, I cannot respond to personal medical questions. Please know that these are questions for your own doctor or provider as this is general information only. Thanks! DISCLAIMER The content of this website, Instagram, YouTube, lectures, webinars, blogs, digital products, or other platforms does not replace the care of physical therapists or other healthcare professionals. This content is in no way to be construed or substituted as physical therapy or any other type of medical advice but is for general education purposes only. Don’t use this content to self-diagnose or self-treat any health, medical, or physical conditions. You agree to hold harmless indemnify Cancer Rehab PT, LLC and its owner/employees for any and all losses, injuries, or damages resulting from any and all claims that arise from your use or misuse of this content. The company cannot guarantee the outcome of educational content or recommendations on the company’s website, social media, products, blog, or email series, and Cancer Rehab PT, LLC’s, and owner, Kelly Sturm’s comments are expressions of opinion only. Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews and comparisons. We try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for yourself.