September 2008 Archives
National NLN Conference
Last month I returned from the NLN conference for healthcare providers in San Diego overwhelmed by all the new developments. If you are a lymphedema patient and in the regular care of a lymphedema therapist, you should ask him or her about the FlexiTouch system, which handles self-MLD if you or a caregiver cannot perform the gentle massage effectively. I tested out the system and it felt so good. Also, ask your therapist about the latest in compression pumps for keeping lymphedema under control. And there are some very cool compression sleeves in vibrant colors and fabrics now on the market.
Survivors and lymphedema patients
Please check out www.caringvoices.ca/en/ for an on-line community of breast-cancer survivors.
Please check out www.lymphedemapeople.com for connection with others desiring ongoing discussion about lymphedema.