How to Treat Breast Lymphedema

If you're a breast cancer survivor experiencing swelling and heaviness in your breast, you may have breast lymphedema. In this video, I'll guide you through what breast lymphedema is, what the symptoms are, and how to effectively manage it. The 4 key components to managing breast lymphedema after cancer treatment are manual lymphatic drainage, compression, exercise, and skincare. Follow along with me in this video to learn more about these different interventions you should be incorporating into your post-cancer treatment routine. LINKS: ➪ Prairie Wear lymphedema compression bra featured in the video: www.prairiewear.com/ONCOPELVICPT Discount Code: ONCOPELVICPT #affiliate Links to find a Certified Lymphedema Therapist near you: ➪ Lymphology Association of North America (LANA): https://www.clt-lana.org/therapists ➪ National Lymphedema Network (NLN): https://lymphnet.org/find-treatment ➪ Dr. Vodder School International: https://www.vodderschool.com/contacts... ➪ Klose Training: https://directory.klosetraining.com ➪ Academy of Lymphatic Studies (ACOLS): https://www.acols.com/find-therapist/ Watch these videos next: ➪ Gentle Exercise Routine to Decrease Breast Lymphedema    • Gentle Exercise Routine to Decrease Breast...   ➪ Full Lymphatic Massage Routine for Breast Lymphedema    • Full Lymphatic Massage Routine for Breast ...   Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:45 - What is Breast Lymphedema? 01:20 - Common symptoms of breast lymphedema 02:38 - Managing Breast Lymphedema 03:06 - 4 components to treating breast lymphedema 03:28 - Manual Lymphatic Drainage 04:13 - Intermittent Pneumatic Compression Devices (Pumps) 05:17 - Right type of compression bra 07:40 - Using swell spots 09:17 - Exercise 10:21 - Skincare ===== Courses, e-guides, and webinars: https://oncopelvicpt.podia.com Follow me for even more content! Blog: https://www.oncopelvicpt.com/blog Instagram:   / oncopelvicpt   Facebook:   / oncopelvicpt   Twitter:   / oncopelvicpt   ===== I appreciate your questions and comments! However, I cannot respond to personal medical questions. Remember that OncoPelvic PT provides general education and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please refer to the full disclaimer below. Disclaimer: The content of this video is not medical advice or a treatment plan and does not replace the care of a healthcare professional. Do not use this content to self-diagnose or self-treat any health, medical, or physical condition. The content of this video is in no way to be construed or substituted as physical therapy or any other type of medical advice and is intended for general education and demonstration purposes only. The exercises and education in this video may not be suitable or appropriate for your specific situation, so get approval and guidance from your own healthcare provider before doing anything contained in this video. Perform at your own risk. You agree to hold harmless indemnify OncoPelvic PT, LLC for any and all losses, injuries, or damages resulting from any and all claims that arise from your use or misuse of this video’s content. OncoPelvic PT, LLC cannot guarantee the outcome of educational content or recommendations on the company’s website, social media, or other electronic forms of communications, and OncoPelvic PT, LLC’s comments are expression of opinions only. Content ID Code: C2BG6PQ9PELYSBYB, 6TNN7OFXMMGXSLWS