Category: Tips & Tricks
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When “lymphie life” and “office life” collide: Managing lymphedema in the workplace
Adjusting to a new job can be difficult, especially when living with a chronic condition. Read more
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Elevating with words: 4 inspiring New Year’s affirmations for lymphies
We keep our lymphedema limbs elevated, so why not elevate our words, too? Read more
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Product Review: Enjoy bath time again with the LimbO Waterproof Protector
Bathing while bandaged? Ditch the trash bags and duct tape. Read more
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Book Review: “Swollen, Bloated and Puffy”
A review of Kathleen Lisson’s book “Swollen, Bloated and Puffy: A Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapist’s Guide to Reducing Swelling in the Face and Body.” Read more
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Looking with intention
Thoughts on how life with a chronic illness changed the way I see myself and others. Read more
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Elevating the voices of men with lymphedema: An introduction
Lymphedema doesn’t discriminate: men have it, too, and leaving them out of the conversation risks alienating them from much-needed treatment and support. Read more
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Water nymphs and divine madness: the surprising etymology of “lymphedema”
If you sometimes feel like your lymphedema is driving you crazy, don’t worry – it’s in its etymological DNA. Read more