Category: Tips & Tricks
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Product Review: Getting Relaxed with the Jobst Relax
This latest compression tech from Jobst is not quite a nighttime garment, and it’s not quite a daytime one, either: it’s more of a lifestyle garment.
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A Primer on Primary Lymphedema
Knowing the genetic mechanisms behind primary lymphedema is important, not just for the development of new and improved treatments but also to provide valuable insight into the lymphatic system itself.
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Living with Intention: (Belated) New Year’s Resolutions for Lymphies
It’s never too late to set some resolutions!
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Product Review: Adjustable Compression with CompreFLEX Lite
Compression is arguably one of the most important parts of lymphedema treatment, but finding the right kind of compression is often a process of trial-and-error.
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Book Review: ‘Lymphedema and Lipedema Nutrition Guide’
I’ve finally found the missing piece to my lymphedema treatment: nutrition.
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Chronic Positivity: Choosing to stay positive in the face of a chronic health condition
When living with a chronic health condition like lymphedema, “staying positive” is somewhat of a weighted phrase.
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Product Review: Style Meets Comfort with Xpandasox® (Updated)
Xpandasox® are a lower-extremity lymphie’s dream come true, perfect for adding pops of color to an otherwise boring and dull compression garment.
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World Lymphedema Day Series: Finding a Therapist
Finding a lymphedema therapist can be a difficult and sometimes daunting process — here are some places to help you start!
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World Lymphedema Day Series: Treatment, Management, & Precautions
One of the first things we learn when diagnosed with lymphedema is that there’s no cure. There are, however, a number of treatment options to help manage symptoms!