What are Some of the Ways to Treat Lymphedema?
If you’re suffering from lymphedema, you know how painful it can be. But did you also know that if it’s not properly treated, it can cause skin infections, elephantiasis (skin hardening), or cancer? Lucky for you, there are some simple lymphedema treatments that can help you avoid lymphedema complications.
Lymphedema therapy is usually a combination of massage, exercise, and lymphedema compression.
Massage therapy and exercise help to decrease swelling, which also relieves pain. Exercise and massage can also improve your mobility.
Lymphedema compression garments help reduce fluid build-up in the arms and legs.
For lymphedema swelling of the hands and arms, try a compression gauntlet or a lymphedema sleeve. To decrease lymphedema leg swelling, compression stockings are a good choice.
Lymphedema compression garments should be worn from the time you get up in the morning until you go to bed at night.