Nonoperative Treatment of Lymphedema
2018 ◽
Vol 32
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pp. 017-021
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AbstractComplex decongestive therapy is the mainstay of lymphedema (LE) therapy. It consists of two phases: an intensive volume reduction phase, principally involving low-stretch bandages and manual lymph drainage (MLD), followed by compression garment use to maintain the reduction achieved. Adjunctive treatments include the use of a sequential gradient pump, LE-specific exercises, skin and nail care, as well as risk-reduction precautions. Herein the techniques are described and the evidence for their effectiveness is reviewed.
2019 ◽
Vol 5
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pp. 45
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2011 ◽
Vol 24
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pp. 81-89
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2015 ◽
Vol 39
(3)
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pp. 347
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2018 ◽
Vol 221
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pp. 177-188
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