Lymphoedema

SKIN CARE FOR PEOPLE WITH LYMPHOEDEMA

BLS gratefully acknowledge the contribution of Dr Malou van Zanten, Senior Research Practitioner in Lymphovascular Medicine and Dr Bernard Ho, Clinical Fellow in Dermatology and Lymphovascular Medicine, both at St George’s University Hospital London, to the production of this Lymph Fact Sheet.

BRITISH LYMPHOLOGY SOCIETY POSITION PAPER FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF PEOPLE WITH LYMPHOEDEMA IN THE PRESENCE OF DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS (DVT)

The aim of this document is to provide: 1. Practical information for clinical decision-making for health care professionals managing lymphoedema. 2. Key principles for practice. 3. When to safely apply compression in the presence of acute DVT.

MEET YOUR SECRET WEAPONS FOR A HEALTHY LYMPHATIC SYSTEM

Why movement is your best defence against lymphoedema. You’ll find lots of tips for how to get started with lymphoedema-safe movement on thebls.com.

MANAGING LYMPHOEDEMA AFTER TREATMENT FOR HEAD AND NECK CANCER

This is the second Lymph Fact Sheet addressing lymphoedema following treatment for head and neck cancer. Life-long risk reducing activities for patients at risk of lymphoedema in the head and neck have already been described and this fact sheet focuses on the identification, impact and different management strategies used for lymphoedema in the head and neck region. It’s intended to support lymphoedema practitioners who may be referred this group of patients for management of their swelling.

Consensus document on COVID-19 vaccination for patients with lymphoedema (Updated 25th May 2021)

Contributors: Professor Peter Mortimer. Professor of Dermatology and Lymphovascular Medicine. Dr Kristiana Gordon. Consultant of Dermatology and Lymphovascular Medicine. Professor Derek Macallan. Professor of Infectious Diseases and Medicine. Professor Sahar Mansour. Professor of Clinical Genetics. Professor Vaughan Keeley. Professor of Palliative Medicine and Lymphoedema. Katie Riches. Lead Research Nurse in Lymphoedema, Breast Cancer and Palliative Medicine. Dr Julian Pearce. Dermatology Registrar and Academic Clinical Fellow.

Lymphoedema Acupuncture Activity?

Beverley de Valois PhD LicAc FBAcC MBLS About the Author Beverley de Valois qualified as an acupuncturist in 1999, is a Fellow of the British Acupuncture Council, and was awarded a PhD in 2007. She is a researcher with a special interest in investigating how acupuncture can be used to support cancer survivors, and has conducted many preliminary studies in the Supportive Oncology Research Team (SORT), East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust at Mount Vernon Cancer Centre. She was Chair of the British Lymphology Society Scientific Committee from 2017-2020.

Dr Anna Galazka: Commentary on lymphoedema

Dr Anna Galazka outlines the importance of communication between health care professionals and their patients enabling the person to feel heard and understood.

Vein & Lymphatic University (VLU) Introduction

Dr Lowell Kabnick introduces the Vein & Lymphatic University which is accelerating venous education through highly accessible webinars, lectures, videos, and other premium channels with the aim of empowering, inspiring, and advancing understanding of venous disease and treatment.

Lymphoedema

This playlist compiles videos addressing popular themes and questions in relation to lymphoedema.

Steve + easyON. How to use with compression are sleeve.

How to use the Steve+ EasyON with a compression arm sleeve.

Simple tips for reducing limb oedema at home

Lower leg swelling is common, even more so as we age. How can it be recognised for what it is and what simple things can be done to minimise it.

Every wound has a story

Wounds do not exist in isolation. Individuals with complex wounds require a sound assessment strategy which is linked to goals for intervention and adequate measurement to inform on the attainment of these goals.

Mediven Ulcer Kit.

The Mediven ulcer kit stocking system is used for compression of the lower extremities, primarily in the treatment of disorders of the venous system.

Leg Oedema/ Swelling

This topic talks about peripheral oedema or leg swelling and the potential causes of why it happens. Leg swelling generally happens as a result of accumulation of excess fluid in the leg beneath the skin between the cells (called the interstitial space). It can be in one leg or both. Oedema can be generalised or affecting the whole body or just the legs. This article talk about oedema affecting the legs only. Leg oedema can be separated medically into 'pitting' and 'non-pitting'. The basic difference is that in 'pitting oedema' if you press continuously on a bony bit of the leg, a dip occurs where you press. This fills up again slowly when you release the pressure.

Lymphoedema

Read about lymphoedema, a long-term condition that causes swelling in the body's tissues. It usually develops in the arms or legs.

Lipoedema

Read about lipoedema, a poorly understood long-term condition where there's an abnormal build-up of fat cells in the legs, thighs and buttocks.

Lymphoedema