First Aid for Lymphedema Patients - Paula Donahue

Lymphedema therapists know the importance of assisting the lymphatics even in situations of orthopedic traumas or following any #surgery, but many times the explainable #swelling is overlooked with the expectation that the swelling is self-limiting where the body will naturally manage it. This is oftentimes true, but at what cost to the patient? Pain, delayed range of motion, increased recovery time and body compensatory movements are all just a few things that can be better managed when clinicians also manage swelling.

This webinar focuses on key points, strategies, and opportunities for education and training for our fellow non-lymphedema clinicians in an effort to advocate for our patients and potentially change the status quo in our areas.

ABOUT OUR SPEAKER:
Paula Donahue, PT, DPT, CLT-LANA, MBA, is an Assistant Professor and Physical Therapist IV in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at @Vanderbilthealth. She engages in clinical research and provides clinical care at the Vanderbilt Dayani Center for Health and Wellness. She received her training at Duke University (BS), Northwestern University Physical Therapy and Human Movement Sciences (DPT), The Johns Hopkins Carey Business School (MBA), and The Academy of Lymphatic Studies (CLT). She has additional lymphatic certification from the Lymphology Association of North America (LANA). Her primary research interests are in the areas of #lymphedema, #lipedema, and #cancerrehabilitation.

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[crispykmm]

So much great information . Suitable for medical professionals and also patients. I wish all doctors and nurses could learn about oedema management and compression.

[dianefauvelle]

I never thought that my big thighs could be Lipedima. Im 85 years old, and had these large thighs. Im wondering if it’s too late to do something about this. My Doctor has me on pills to reduce inflammation.I’ve taken pills quite often for pain. Lately the pain is worse plus my restless legs are keeping me up. Im very tired. Please advise me what can I do? Thank you, Diane Fauvelle.