This page provides links to information about Lymphedema, its prevention, and exercises that are helpful for the Lymphedema patient.
A Basic Overview of Lymphedema written as a response to a person recently diagnosed with lymphedema. It is extremely well written and informative.
Technical Touch has an excellent map of the lymphatic system and discription of the disease. Click on the Lymphedema link.
A few Reminders about lymphedema from those who are living with it and know it well.
The 18 Steps to Prevention of Lymphedema
Non-illustrated exercises for the arm
If you are having difficulty getting insurance coverage for LE therapy, try these suggestions.
Illustrated exercises for arm and leg - permission to publish on the internet DENIED. You can, however, contact Judith R. Casley-Smith through the link to the Lymphedema Association of Australia, or get them through your LE therapist locally. The illustrated exercises are $15.00 per set from Ms. Casley-Smith and the LAA.
A very informative article by Michael Woods of the Toledo Blade.
A link to Bosom Buddies - a very informative site for Breast Cancer Survivors and Lymphedema Patients.
Just for a moment of peace in an all too busy world, go to the lake.
A link to the Lymphatic Research Foundation, a non-profit foundation dedicated to identify, support and promote research into the causes, treatments and potential cures for lymphedema.
A link to The National Lymphedema Network
A link to The Lymphoedema Association of Australia