#LymphoedemaAwareness week runs from 1st -7th March Lymphoedema is a chronic disease causing swelling of the limbs and other body parts. It is estimated that up to 250 million people worldwide may suffer with lymphoedema. As yet, there is no cure and those with the condition may have body disfigurement, pain, less mobility, and
Breast Cancer No matter what stage of your breast cancer journey you are at, whether it following a diagnosis, in the middle of treatment or 10 years post diagnosis, it can be a scary place sometimes. I have spoken about survivorship before and how difficult it can be to live with issues post diagnosis and
Breast Cancer No matter what stage of your breast cancer journey you are at, whether it following a diagnosis, in the middle of treatment or 10 years post diagnosis, it can be a scary place sometimes. I have spoken about survivorship before and how difficult it can be to live with issues post diagnosis and
What is this thing you do? Often get asked about the treatment called Manual Lymph Drainage, its not an easy one to explain, here’s a quick video of Sasha from Wellbeing Techniques describe the treatment and its uses. Where can I get more information? Heres a link to a blog I wrote about manual lymph
March March is lymphoedema awareness week. How to raise awareness Wear odd socks like the ladies at Wellbeing Technique and upload your images to social media using the following hastags Hastags #lymphoedemaawareness #lymphoedema #sockit #sockittolymphoedema @BritishLymph @lymphsupport #LAw2018 @LymphIreland Need more information Contact Sasha at Wellbeing Techniques to find out about lymphoedema and how to
#cancersurvivorship is not easy. Sarah O Callaghan in #OperationTransformation tonight highlights issues that can be associated with #survivorship #weightgain #lymphoedema #postopwear #lossofconfidence #chemotherapy #breastcancer #hairloss #cancerjourney #cancertreatment #compressiongarments #mastectomy #swelling https://www.facebook.com/RTEOne/videos/1827078194032679/
Lymphoedema affects men also. This is a man’s perspective on lymphoedema and how men are in the minority when it comes to lymphoedema. Cancer survivorship is difficult and the late side effects of treatment can develop. This gentleman had melanoma and oesophageal cancer. More awareness is needed around lymphoedema and this story highlights that this awareness
Compression garments are a cornerstone for #lymphoedema patient care. It is so important to find the ones that works best for each client as everyone is individual. Compression stockings or garments along with good skin care, movement, deep breathing and regular sessions of Manual Lymph Drainage manage Lymphoedema whether its Primary or Secondary. Contact your local therapist
