ABC TV network show Catalyst recently aired a program on the ground breaking study of exercise and cancer. Weight training, skipping, jumping, running during chemotherapy. This is a youtube post of the show if you are unable to watch the previous post.
The role of inflammation in the lymphatic system and associated with lymphoedema is starting to become a more researched topic. Future knowledge of how this effects the lymphatic system can go a long way to finding better treatment plans to help lymphoedema and chronic inflammation conditions esp eczema comes to mind. Dr. Pierre-Yves von der Weid, Faculty of Medicine, University…read more →
As part of being a Dr Vodder Lymphoedema therapist every two years we must keep up our continued training, review lymphatic drainage, bandaging and scientific findings relating to lymphatic anatomy and new lymphoedema research. The following photos are part of the lymphoedema review Dr Vodder Clinic, Austria.
Another Dr Vodder lymphoedema recertification all finished. Its amazing how two years can go past so fast. Its been eight years since i completed the lymphoedema course in Austria, Walchsee the town and the surroundings are still stunning. Meeting so many dedicated and wonderful therapists from around the world was worth the 25 hour plane flight. Looking forward to the…read more →
Axillary Cording: Some women develop axillary cording post breast cancer it can cause pain, muscle and joint dysfunction. The following symptoms in this video may help you to understand cording.
Tai Chi a great way to reduce swelling. Tai Chi is an ancient form of Chinese martial arts. Slow movements have health benefits for breathing, stability, awareness, stress and meditation. It is a great cost effective way for people who suffer from lymphoedema of any age to reduce and control swelling of the limbs. In one study by Professor Neil…read more →
Well done YouTube video from Memorial Sloan – Kettering Cancer Center on Lymphoedema post cancer treatment. Please share this with family,friends, clients who have had cancer or are going through cancer treatments with lymphatic node disturbance. Lymphoedema may never appear after cancer but it is still good to know and be aware of what causes swelling and have early intervention…read more →
The National Lymphoedema Practitioners Register (NLPR) is a list of all current Lymphoedema therapists who have successfully completed approved training to practice in Australia and New Zealand. This register is part of the Australasian Lymphology Association (ALA), therapists on this register not only have to pass approved lymphoedema training but also have to provide documentation of continued professional development…read more →
A number of clients enquire about Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy and why swelling occurs when lymphatic nodes are blocked or removed. This is a good video explaining why and how Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy is performed.