The Stages of Lymphedema - How Severe is Your Swelling?

Lymphedema severity can differ from one person to the next and it’s also known as a progressive condition. In this video, I am going to explain the main stages of lymphedema from minimal to severe and what the signs are of each. Staging for lymphedema has changed over time and various groups of specialists may use a different staging system, but this is one of the systems used. 𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐃𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞s? Check out my e-guide with directions, visual diagrams, and more in my shop: https://www.cancerrehabpt.com/shop Access my 𝐋𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐨𝐝𝐲 𝐋𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 here: https://bit.ly/45aFH7E Access my 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐛 program here: https://bit.ly/3rrv7v6 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- //𝐎𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬: Instagram: @cancerrehabpt   / cancerrehabpt   Website: http://cancerrehabpt.com My Amazon Storefront: http://amazon.com/shop/cancerrehabpt Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases //Chapters 00:00 what are the stages of lymphedema 01:31 stage 0 lymphedema: no visible swelling but already at risk 02:44 stage 1 lymphedema: swelling that comes and goes 03:49 what pitting edema means and when it shows up 04:06 stage 1 lymphedema treatment: complete decongestive therapy 04:29 stage 2 lymphedema: chronic swelling and tissue changes 05:17 stage 2 skin changes and infection risk 05:33 stage 3 lymphedema: severe swelling and what it looks like 07:00 when to see a certified lymphedema therapist ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Although I do monitor comments, I cannot respond to personal medical questions. Please know that these are questions for your own doctor or provider as this is general information only. Thanks! DISCLAIMER The content of this website, Instagram, YouTube, lectures, webinars, blogs, digital products, or other platforms does not replace the care of physical therapists or other healthcare professionals. This content is in no way to be construed or substituted as physical therapy or any other type of medical advice but is for general education purposes only. Don’t use this content to self-diagnose or self-treat any health, medical, or physical conditions. You agree to hold harmless indemnify Cancer Rehab PT, LLC and its owner/employees for any and all losses, injuries, or damages resulting from any and all claims that arise from your use or misuse of this content. The company cannot guarantee the outcome of educational content or recommendations on the company’s website, social media, products, blog, or email series, and Cancer Rehab PT, LLC’s, and owner, Kelly Sturm’s comments are expressions of opinion only. Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews and comparisons. We try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for yourself.