Navigating Lymphoedema - A Guide for Cancer Survivors

Navigating Lymphoedema - A Guide for Cancer Survivors

Author: Teresa Lee

Publisher: Teresa Lee

Published: 2020-10-16

Total Pages: 152

ISBN-13: 0648986101

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“This is the education and hand-holding I wish I’d had when my lymphoedema swelling first presented itself six years ago.” Nancie, breast cancer survivor. A diagnosis of lymphoedema after cancer treatment can feel like a “kick in the guts” for many people. The condition is characterised by swelling, most commonly in the arm or leg, and can result in frequent bouts of infection, poor function and quality of life. The irony is that if lymphoedema is detected early and treated appropriately, swelling can be minimised and even reversed. People CAN live rich and full lives with carefully managed lymphoedema. Unlike other health conditions that have fixed paths of medical management, the path to lymphoedema management is not so clear-cut. Lymphoedema requires a high level of self-education, self-awareness and self-management. Dr Teresa Lee is an experienced lymphoedema physiotherapist who has published in peer-reviewed scientific journals and has been an invited speaker for many lymphoedema and cancer platforms in Australia. She has written this book to help cancer survivors navigate the complex world of lymphoedema and live well with this condition.


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Download or read book Navigating Lymphoedema - A Guide for Cancer Survivors written by Teresa Lee and published by Teresa Lee. This book was released on 2020-10-16 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “This is the education and hand-holding I wish I’d had when my lymphoedema swelling first presented itself six years ago.” Nancie, breast cancer survivor. A diagnosis of lymphoedema after cancer treatment can feel like a “kick in the guts” for many people. The condition is characterised by swelling, most commonly in the arm or leg, and can result in frequent bouts of infection, poor function and quality of life. The irony is that if lymphoedema is detected early and treated appropriately, swelling can be minimised and even reversed. People CAN live rich and full lives with carefully managed lymphoedema. Unlike other health conditions that have fixed paths of medical management, the path to lymphoedema management is not so clear-cut. Lymphoedema requires a high level of self-education, self-awareness and self-management. Dr Teresa Lee is an experienced lymphoedema physiotherapist who has published in peer-reviewed scientific journals and has been an invited speaker for many lymphoedema and cancer platforms in Australia. She has written this book to help cancer survivors navigate the complex world of lymphoedema and live well with this condition.

Lymphedema

Lymphedema

Author: Jeannie Burt

Publisher: Turner Publishing Company

Published: 2005-08-25

Total Pages: 318

ISBN-13: 1630266183

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Women who undergo surgery for breast cancer may end up with lymphedema, a painful, visible swelling, usually of the arm. Coming to their aid, LYMPHEDEMA lays out the many options for preventing and treating the condition. The book provides information on reducing lymphedema through professional therapy as well as exercise and self-massage, plus helpful illustrations and additional resources. It also tells encouraging stories of women who have dealt with lymphedema successfully. With updates throughout on the latest research, products, and techniques, this new edition features expanded nutrition and exercise sections and covers naturopathy, acupuncture, and Chinese herbal medicine, as well as potential future therapies being tested.


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Download or read book Lymphedema written by Jeannie Burt and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2005-08-25 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Women who undergo surgery for breast cancer may end up with lymphedema, a painful, visible swelling, usually of the arm. Coming to their aid, LYMPHEDEMA lays out the many options for preventing and treating the condition. The book provides information on reducing lymphedema through professional therapy as well as exercise and self-massage, plus helpful illustrations and additional resources. It also tells encouraging stories of women who have dealt with lymphedema successfully. With updates throughout on the latest research, products, and techniques, this new edition features expanded nutrition and exercise sections and covers naturopathy, acupuncture, and Chinese herbal medicine, as well as potential future therapies being tested.

Medifocus Guidebook on

Medifocus Guidebook on

Author: Medifocus.com, Inc

Publisher: Medifocus_com Inc

Published: 2012-01-23

Total Pages: 138

ISBN-13: 1453750827

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The MediFocus Guidebook on Lymphedema is the most comprehensive, up-to-date source of information available. You will get answers to your questions, including risk factors of Lymphedema, standard and alternative treatment options, leading doctors, hospitals and medical centers that specialize in Lymphedema, results of the latest clinical trials, support groups and additional resources, and promising new treatments on the horizon. This one of a kind Guidebook offers answers to your critical health questions including the latest treatments, clinical trials, and expert research; high quality, professional level information you can trust and understand culled from the latest peer-reviewed journals; and a unique resource to find leading experts, institutions, and support organizations including contact information and hyperlinks. This Guidebook was updated on January 23, 2012.


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Download or read book Medifocus Guidebook on written by Medifocus.com, Inc and published by Medifocus_com Inc. This book was released on 2012-01-23 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The MediFocus Guidebook on Lymphedema is the most comprehensive, up-to-date source of information available. You will get answers to your questions, including risk factors of Lymphedema, standard and alternative treatment options, leading doctors, hospitals and medical centers that specialize in Lymphedema, results of the latest clinical trials, support groups and additional resources, and promising new treatments on the horizon. This one of a kind Guidebook offers answers to your critical health questions including the latest treatments, clinical trials, and expert research; high quality, professional level information you can trust and understand culled from the latest peer-reviewed journals; and a unique resource to find leading experts, institutions, and support organizations including contact information and hyperlinks. This Guidebook was updated on January 23, 2012.

Lymphedema

Lymphedema

Author: Jeannie Burt

Publisher: Hunter House

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13: 9780897932653

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Lymphedema, a chronic and painful condition that causes swelling to extremities, is potentially life-threatening but can be controlled with the diet, treatment, and exercise tips covered in this book.


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Download or read book Lymphedema written by Jeannie Burt and published by Hunter House. This book was released on 1999 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lymphedema, a chronic and painful condition that causes swelling to extremities, is potentially life-threatening but can be controlled with the diet, treatment, and exercise tips covered in this book.

Lymphedema in Breast Cancer Survivors

Lymphedema in Breast Cancer Survivors

Author: Sally Ann Dominick

Publisher:

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 95

ISBN-13: 9781303197871

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Background : While the incidence of breast cancer-related lymphedema has decreased with advancements in breast cancer treatments, it is still a common late effect of treatment and more research is needed to better understand its physical and psychosocial impact among breast cancer survivors. The Women's Healthy Eating and Living (WHEL) Study (a randomized trial to test the effect of a plant-based diet among breast cancer survivors) provided a dataset for this research. Additionally, medical charts from breast cancer patients at a large academic medical center were reviewed for this dissertation. Aims : Aims of this dissertation were to : 1) identify the risk factors of lymphedema among breast cancer survivors in the WHEL Study, 2) examine the psychosocial impact of breast cancer-related lymphedema among participants in the WHEL Study, and 3) examine breast cancer patient compliance with a health care provider referral for an occupational therapy (OT) lymphedema consult. Methods : This study employed quantitative research methods to investigate lymphedema among breast cancer survivors. For aims 1 and 2, risk factors of lymphedema and the psychosocial impact of lymphedema among WHEL Study participants were assessed using bivariate analyses and logistic regression modeling. For the third aim, a retrospective chart review was conducted to examine patient compliance with attending an OT lymphedema consult. Results : This dissertation project found that 28.5% of WHEL Study participants self-reported lymphedema. Risk factors of lymphedema identified were body mass index greater than 25 kg/m2, the removal of 11 or more lymph nodes, and breast cancer surgery plus radiation therapy. Also this dissertation provided new evidence that women with lymphedema-related distress had higher odds of reporting lower physical and mental health scores than women without lymphedema. Additionally, 20.5% of breast cancer patients were not compliant with attending an OT lymphedema consult after receiving a referral; non-attenders were more likely to have fewer lymph nodes removed compared to attenders. Conclusions : This dissertation project provided an in-depth investigation into breast cancer-related lymphedema. The knowledge gained by this study provides public health professionals and health care providers critical information to guide decisions and interventions related to the prevention and treatment of lymphedema.


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Download or read book Lymphedema in Breast Cancer Survivors written by Sally Ann Dominick and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 95 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Background : While the incidence of breast cancer-related lymphedema has decreased with advancements in breast cancer treatments, it is still a common late effect of treatment and more research is needed to better understand its physical and psychosocial impact among breast cancer survivors. The Women's Healthy Eating and Living (WHEL) Study (a randomized trial to test the effect of a plant-based diet among breast cancer survivors) provided a dataset for this research. Additionally, medical charts from breast cancer patients at a large academic medical center were reviewed for this dissertation. Aims : Aims of this dissertation were to : 1) identify the risk factors of lymphedema among breast cancer survivors in the WHEL Study, 2) examine the psychosocial impact of breast cancer-related lymphedema among participants in the WHEL Study, and 3) examine breast cancer patient compliance with a health care provider referral for an occupational therapy (OT) lymphedema consult. Methods : This study employed quantitative research methods to investigate lymphedema among breast cancer survivors. For aims 1 and 2, risk factors of lymphedema and the psychosocial impact of lymphedema among WHEL Study participants were assessed using bivariate analyses and logistic regression modeling. For the third aim, a retrospective chart review was conducted to examine patient compliance with attending an OT lymphedema consult. Results : This dissertation project found that 28.5% of WHEL Study participants self-reported lymphedema. Risk factors of lymphedema identified were body mass index greater than 25 kg/m2, the removal of 11 or more lymph nodes, and breast cancer surgery plus radiation therapy. Also this dissertation provided new evidence that women with lymphedema-related distress had higher odds of reporting lower physical and mental health scores than women without lymphedema. Additionally, 20.5% of breast cancer patients were not compliant with attending an OT lymphedema consult after receiving a referral; non-attenders were more likely to have fewer lymph nodes removed compared to attenders. Conclusions : This dissertation project provided an in-depth investigation into breast cancer-related lymphedema. The knowledge gained by this study provides public health professionals and health care providers critical information to guide decisions and interventions related to the prevention and treatment of lymphedema.

Acupuncture and Cancer Survivorship

Acupuncture and Cancer Survivorship

Author: Beverley de Valois

Publisher: Singing Dragon

Published: 2023-07-21

Total Pages: 466

ISBN-13: 1913426289

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Acupuncture can play a vital role in helping the growing number of cancer survivors adjust to life after receiving cancer treatments, including surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy. This includes managing the physical and emotional after-effects of diagnosis and treatment, making healthy lifestyle choices, coping with fear of recurrence, learning how to manage a chronic condition, and establishing the "new normal" that is the legacy of a cancer diagnosis and its treatments. As a guide for practitioners, it aims to help acupuncturists to: · Understand the challenges faced by cancer survivors who have completed treatment (surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy) · Understand the biomedical context of the consequences of cancer treatments · Relate their patient's cancer experience to the principles of east Asian medicine · Treat some specific consequences of cancer treatment · Work safely with cancer survivors · Support cancer survivors on an emotional level · Help patients come to terms with a chronic condition and adjust to the "new normal" · Manage expectations of both patient and practitioner · Access the research that has been conducted in this field.


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Download or read book Acupuncture and Cancer Survivorship written by Beverley de Valois and published by Singing Dragon. This book was released on 2023-07-21 with total page 466 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Acupuncture can play a vital role in helping the growing number of cancer survivors adjust to life after receiving cancer treatments, including surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy. This includes managing the physical and emotional after-effects of diagnosis and treatment, making healthy lifestyle choices, coping with fear of recurrence, learning how to manage a chronic condition, and establishing the "new normal" that is the legacy of a cancer diagnosis and its treatments. As a guide for practitioners, it aims to help acupuncturists to: · Understand the challenges faced by cancer survivors who have completed treatment (surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy) · Understand the biomedical context of the consequences of cancer treatments · Relate their patient's cancer experience to the principles of east Asian medicine · Treat some specific consequences of cancer treatment · Work safely with cancer survivors · Support cancer survivors on an emotional level · Help patients come to terms with a chronic condition and adjust to the "new normal" · Manage expectations of both patient and practitioner · Access the research that has been conducted in this field.

CLINICAL GUIDELINE FOR MGMT OF

CLINICAL GUIDELINE FOR MGMT OF

Author: 鄧潔心

Publisher: Open Dissertation Press

Published: 2017-01-26

Total Pages: 98

ISBN-13: 9781361004456

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This dissertation, "A Clinical Guideline for Management of Lymphoedema Using Nurse-led Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapy" by 鄧潔心, Kit-sum, Tang, was obtained from The University of Hong Kong (Pokfulam, Hong Kong) and is being sold pursuant to Creative Commons: Attribution 3.0 Hong Kong License. The content of this dissertation has not been altered in any way. We have altered the formatting in order to facilitate the ease of printing and reading of the dissertation. All rights not granted by the above license are retained by the author. Abstract: Breast cancer is the number one cancer in female in Hong Kong. Breast cancer-related lymphoedema causes both physical and psychological sufferings in breast cancer survivors and significantly degrades their quality of life. Medical costs for these women are substantially higher than women without lymphoedema. Effective and standardized intervention for these patients will be beneficial to both patients and healthcare institutes. The dissertation aims to evaluate the current evidence on the effectiveness of manual lymphatic drainage in managing breast cancer-related lymphoedema, to develop an evidence-based guideline for nurse-led manual lymphatic drainage in managing breast cancer-related lymphoedema as well as to assess its implementation potential and to design implementation strategies and an evaluation plan for its adoption in a local public hospital in Hong Kong. A systematic search of the literature revealed seven studies on manual lymphatic drainage for breast cancer related lymphoedema that met the selection criteria of the dissertation. Methodological quality of the selected studies was evaluated according to the method developed by the Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network and data were extracted and synthesized. Five of the trials were of moderate to good methodological quality and they demonstrated that manual lymphatic drainage was safe and had additional benefits over exercise and compression alone especially in patients with early lymphoedema. A protocol on manual lymphatic drainage for breast cancer related lymphoedema was subsequently developed. The implementation potential of the protocol in the local setting was established by examining its feasibility, evaluation potential and cost-benefit. Adoption of the program was found to be able to produce a potential annual saving of HK$ 444,200 for the hospital on top of benefits to patients and staff. A three-phase implementation plan was designed in which an implementation team would initiate and guide the proposed change through a careful communication plan and a pilot study would be conducted to confirm feasibility of the protocol. An evaluation plan including patient, healthcare provider and system outcomes would then help ensure the effectiveness and sustainability of the manual lymphatic drainage protocol and guide its future refinement. DOI: 10.5353/th_b5088464 Subjects: Lymphedema - Treatment


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Download or read book CLINICAL GUIDELINE FOR MGMT OF written by 鄧潔心 and published by Open Dissertation Press. This book was released on 2017-01-26 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This dissertation, "A Clinical Guideline for Management of Lymphoedema Using Nurse-led Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapy" by 鄧潔心, Kit-sum, Tang, was obtained from The University of Hong Kong (Pokfulam, Hong Kong) and is being sold pursuant to Creative Commons: Attribution 3.0 Hong Kong License. The content of this dissertation has not been altered in any way. We have altered the formatting in order to facilitate the ease of printing and reading of the dissertation. All rights not granted by the above license are retained by the author. Abstract: Breast cancer is the number one cancer in female in Hong Kong. Breast cancer-related lymphoedema causes both physical and psychological sufferings in breast cancer survivors and significantly degrades their quality of life. Medical costs for these women are substantially higher than women without lymphoedema. Effective and standardized intervention for these patients will be beneficial to both patients and healthcare institutes. The dissertation aims to evaluate the current evidence on the effectiveness of manual lymphatic drainage in managing breast cancer-related lymphoedema, to develop an evidence-based guideline for nurse-led manual lymphatic drainage in managing breast cancer-related lymphoedema as well as to assess its implementation potential and to design implementation strategies and an evaluation plan for its adoption in a local public hospital in Hong Kong. A systematic search of the literature revealed seven studies on manual lymphatic drainage for breast cancer related lymphoedema that met the selection criteria of the dissertation. Methodological quality of the selected studies was evaluated according to the method developed by the Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network and data were extracted and synthesized. Five of the trials were of moderate to good methodological quality and they demonstrated that manual lymphatic drainage was safe and had additional benefits over exercise and compression alone especially in patients with early lymphoedema. A protocol on manual lymphatic drainage for breast cancer related lymphoedema was subsequently developed. The implementation potential of the protocol in the local setting was established by examining its feasibility, evaluation potential and cost-benefit. Adoption of the program was found to be able to produce a potential annual saving of HK$ 444,200 for the hospital on top of benefits to patients and staff. A three-phase implementation plan was designed in which an implementation team would initiate and guide the proposed change through a careful communication plan and a pilot study would be conducted to confirm feasibility of the protocol. An evaluation plan including patient, healthcare provider and system outcomes would then help ensure the effectiveness and sustainability of the manual lymphatic drainage protocol and guide its future refinement. DOI: 10.5353/th_b5088464 Subjects: Lymphedema - Treatment

Ultimate Guide To Cancer Support for Patients and Caregivers

Ultimate Guide To Cancer Support for Patients and Caregivers

Author: Jo Spicer

Publisher: Crown Kent

Published: 2019-03-23

Total Pages: 105

ISBN-13: 0648436144

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The complete resource for Cancer Patients and Caregivers. This three part guide contains proven tips and strategies to navigate a cancer journey, a comprehensive directory of over 400 cancer support groups, plus the My Cancer Journey Workbook, a step-by-step workbook to guide you through from diagnosis to health. Record your appointments, medication, test results and more. This is the essential handbook for every cancer patient and caregiver. Contains everything you need to get through the trauma of diagnosis and treatment and on to recovery and wellness. You can survive and thrive!


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Download or read book Ultimate Guide To Cancer Support for Patients and Caregivers written by Jo Spicer and published by Crown Kent. This book was released on 2019-03-23 with total page 105 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The complete resource for Cancer Patients and Caregivers. This three part guide contains proven tips and strategies to navigate a cancer journey, a comprehensive directory of over 400 cancer support groups, plus the My Cancer Journey Workbook, a step-by-step workbook to guide you through from diagnosis to health. Record your appointments, medication, test results and more. This is the essential handbook for every cancer patient and caregiver. Contains everything you need to get through the trauma of diagnosis and treatment and on to recovery and wellness. You can survive and thrive!

Let's Talk Lymphoedema

Let's Talk Lymphoedema

Author: Peter Mortimer

Publisher: Elliott & Thompson

Published: 2017-05-25

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781783962853

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Lymphoedema results from a failure of the lymphatic system, causing swelling and fluid retention; it can also cause aching, heaviness and difficulty moving. Research shows that around 140 million people worldwide may be living with lymphoedema, and it affects approximately one in five women after breast cancer treatment. There is no cure for the disease, but there are ways to control the symptoms. Let's Talk Lymphoedema has been written to help sufferers deal with its debilitating effects, providing information and inspiration to help them lead rich, vibrant lives. It features contributions from international experts and personalities such as Miriam Stoppard, and the actress Kathy Bates, who herself suffers from the condition. Including essential medical information (immune system and infection; microsurgery; obesity; podiatry); treatment advice (compression garments; physiotherapy; exercises); and day-to-day support (psychology, sexuality and others' perceptions), this is an essential read for sufferers, friends, family and medical professionals alike.


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Download or read book Let's Talk Lymphoedema written by Peter Mortimer and published by Elliott & Thompson. This book was released on 2017-05-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lymphoedema results from a failure of the lymphatic system, causing swelling and fluid retention; it can also cause aching, heaviness and difficulty moving. Research shows that around 140 million people worldwide may be living with lymphoedema, and it affects approximately one in five women after breast cancer treatment. There is no cure for the disease, but there are ways to control the symptoms. Let's Talk Lymphoedema has been written to help sufferers deal with its debilitating effects, providing information and inspiration to help them lead rich, vibrant lives. It features contributions from international experts and personalities such as Miriam Stoppard, and the actress Kathy Bates, who herself suffers from the condition. Including essential medical information (immune system and infection; microsurgery; obesity; podiatry); treatment advice (compression garments; physiotherapy; exercises); and day-to-day support (psychology, sexuality and others' perceptions), this is an essential read for sufferers, friends, family and medical professionals alike.

Lymphedema

Lymphedema

Author: Byung-Boong Lee

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2018-01-10

Total Pages: 972

ISBN-13: 3319524232

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The second edition of this book serves as a central source of theoretical and practical knowledge to optimize the evaluation and treatment of patients with lymphedema. The book covers all aspects of the disease from anatomical and histological features to diagnosis as well as physical/medical and surgical management of the disease. Updated from the first edition to reflect the substantial progress in diagnostics, medical care and surgical intervention for this patient population, this volume has been reorganized to meet today’s practice requirements. It addresses the challenges faced by clinicians in the management of chronic lymphedema enabling them to meet the medical needs of this large patient community. Edited by world leaders in Vascular Medicine and Surgery, this comprehensive volume provides clear, concise background and recommendations in an easy-to-use format. It is a valuable reference tool for clinical practitioners (physicians/nurse practitioners/technicians) who wish to deliver state-of-the-art health care to their patients with lymphatic and venous disorders.


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Download or read book Lymphedema written by Byung-Boong Lee and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-01-10 with total page 972 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second edition of this book serves as a central source of theoretical and practical knowledge to optimize the evaluation and treatment of patients with lymphedema. The book covers all aspects of the disease from anatomical and histological features to diagnosis as well as physical/medical and surgical management of the disease. Updated from the first edition to reflect the substantial progress in diagnostics, medical care and surgical intervention for this patient population, this volume has been reorganized to meet today’s practice requirements. It addresses the challenges faced by clinicians in the management of chronic lymphedema enabling them to meet the medical needs of this large patient community. Edited by world leaders in Vascular Medicine and Surgery, this comprehensive volume provides clear, concise background and recommendations in an easy-to-use format. It is a valuable reference tool for clinical practitioners (physicians/nurse practitioners/technicians) who wish to deliver state-of-the-art health care to their patients with lymphatic and venous disorders.