Be SMART about your lymphedema!
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How do you manage cording?
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5 ай бұрын
Could I have lymphedema??
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5 ай бұрын
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@jessynergy
@jessynergy 3 күн бұрын
Now if only we had an ICD-10 code for lipedema!
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 3 күн бұрын
YES!! Agreed!
@MichealinaFrackleton
@MichealinaFrackleton 9 күн бұрын
Brilliant breakdown of this information.
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 6 күн бұрын
Thank you!
@imahick5723
@imahick5723 9 күн бұрын
Thank you for reporting on this. I lost most of my abdominal lymph nodes when I had 10 lb of fibroid tumors removed. As a result I have a lot of swelling in my legs.I have had seven vein closings 4 on one leg and three on the other. I suppose that has help to relieve some of the swelling but they're still considerable swelling and pain. I am hoping that maybe this new procedure would be an option in the future for me.
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 9 күн бұрын
Yes! I hope so!
@ColumbaChukwu
@ColumbaChukwu 9 күн бұрын
Can’t wait to see you soonest
@ColumbaChukwu
@ColumbaChukwu 9 күн бұрын
You are well grounded in your profession.Keep it going and remain blessed.
@Smileabu
@Smileabu Ай бұрын
Where can I purchase? Can you assist me…
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart Ай бұрын
I would go to the lymphapress website and contact them to find a local representative.
@Smileabu
@Smileabu Ай бұрын
@@lymphsmart thanks for the reply. I'm From Singapore, here I couldn't find any of them.
@helenmercado2340
@helenmercado2340 Ай бұрын
Hello, is Peripheral artery disease is not good for Compression bandaging.
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart Ай бұрын
Correct!
@helenmercado2340
@helenmercado2340 Ай бұрын
@@lymphsmart Even with ABI of 0.8
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart Ай бұрын
Please speak with your team for personal recommendations!
@helenmercado2340
@helenmercado2340 Ай бұрын
@@lymphsmart I will. thank you!
@melissawasser9492
@melissawasser9492 Ай бұрын
You too, enjoy! I found you on KZbin. I'm so pleased with your knowledge about limphadima. Funny, I always adjust my posture in the car. My family laughs at me when we're sitting at the dinner table because my back is as flat as a table. Thanks again, Melissa
@alisonkavanagh8306
@alisonkavanagh8306 Ай бұрын
Thank you for this video. Nobody tells you this when recommending tamoxifen. I developed mild lymphoedema and my BMI is 22. Can the lymphoedema stop when you stop taking tamoxifen?
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart Ай бұрын
It may still require constant management due to prolonged medication usage. But it may improve some as well.
@heatherhenry1967
@heatherhenry1967 Ай бұрын
So I was diagnosed with stage 2 dcis and I take tamoxifen and yes I was and am overweight and yes I developed lymphadema. Only 1 lymph node was removed but they also had to go back for a second surgery and I had to wait 30 days for it cause it was Covid times and I tested positive before the second surgery
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart Ай бұрын
Im sorry to hear this. Tamoxifen is one of many reasons why you may have gotten lymphedema. Make sure to visit your CLT regularly to best manage it.
@heatherhenry1967
@heatherhenry1967 Ай бұрын
@@lymphsmart I am and I will be getting a machine cause I can only have like 20 visits a year thanks to insurance
@NancyTurner-v9j
@NancyTurner-v9j Ай бұрын
Great video. So clear with a great demonstration.
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart Ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@hippieweaver
@hippieweaver Ай бұрын
WOW!!!! I had NEVER heard of this connection before. Ty for sharing your references.
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart Ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@_Pia12
@_Pia12 Ай бұрын
Wouldn’t AI’s like Letrozole also have the same effect in the lymphatic system then?
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart Ай бұрын
I agree that many hormone therapies may have some effect, but I could only find clinical research with results like this from Tamoxifen. ALL medications have different modes of action and work on the body slightly differently.
@hippieweaver
@hippieweaver Ай бұрын
@lymphsmart I believe AIs act differently in the body from tamoxifen
@andreaj2
@andreaj2 Ай бұрын
Hi Lisa, thank you so much for sharing! I had no idea about this connection, yet it makes sense. But there isn't anything we can do about the tamoxifen especially if AI's are not an option😢
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart Ай бұрын
You can be aware and prepared! Knowledge is power!
@andreaj2
@andreaj2 Ай бұрын
@@lymphsmart too late. Already struggling with Lymphedema but definitely trying to be Lymphsmart at every turn.
@TheFerniefarm
@TheFerniefarm 2 ай бұрын
Sometimes my lymphedema fluid leaks from my skin
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 2 ай бұрын
Im so sorry to hear that. You definitely need to get compression!
@heatherhenry1967
@heatherhenry1967 2 ай бұрын
I have muscle spasms a lot and it sucks! Cause when it happens I am at rest from after working
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 2 ай бұрын
Have you scheduled an appointment with a PT/CLT yet?
@heatherhenry1967
@heatherhenry1967 2 ай бұрын
@@lymphsmart I am seeing a pt right now so I can get the pump
@JoeHienSia
@JoeHienSia 2 ай бұрын
What's the clinical reasoning of working from proximal to distal then doing it standing
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 2 ай бұрын
It is best to stimulate the muscle pumps closest to the lymph nodes first, particularly if you are more swollen. Once the proximal area is moving better/clearing, then you can work the more distal areas.
@Dai-Verse-IT
@Dai-Verse-IT 2 ай бұрын
I told my doctor repeatedly and it took 6 years for it to be acknowledged.
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 2 ай бұрын
I'm glad you finally got diagnosed!
@dianethoroughman9541
@dianethoroughman9541 2 ай бұрын
I have lymphedema and a bmi greater than 60.
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart Ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing
@LauraDuncan-d6l
@LauraDuncan-d6l 3 ай бұрын
Put Neosporin or bacitracin between your toes after every bath. I went from getting cellulitis 4-5 times a year to about once every 3 years since doing this. It is a game changer!
@enriquecallender5368
@enriquecallender5368 3 ай бұрын
Great information TY!!!!!!!
@zelihaakgun5026
@zelihaakgun5026 3 ай бұрын
is it harmful for knee, if there is cyst? Thank you.
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 3 ай бұрын
I would ask your own team if this is safe for you.
@dr.bobberman5617
@dr.bobberman5617 3 ай бұрын
Great video! Helped me better understand how my lymphatic system works and keeps me healthy
@tamarabeck6350
@tamarabeck6350 3 ай бұрын
Where can I see that list please?
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 3 ай бұрын
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9051871/#:~:text=More%20than%2020%20genes%20are,VEGFC%20(Table%201%3B%20Fig.
@tamarabeck6350
@tamarabeck6350 3 ай бұрын
How does one go about functioning normally, such as being on your feet many hours a day, which bandaged? I have to walk like I just rode a horse for 3 hours. Is bandaging a MUST for stage 2 to get the sweeping down enough to be measured for a more permanent compression garment?
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 3 ай бұрын
It's definitely tough...but there may be other options that you can discuss with your therapist.
@crispykmm9646
@crispykmm9646 3 ай бұрын
There are always ways to improve or refine our lymphoedema management techniques for better management which then reduces cellultis occurances. Celulltis is a wake up call to it is time make changes!. It does however take effort and thought and learning and daily consistant self cares and observing and reacting to changes and modifications.Replacing compression regulalry and much more.
@MichealinaFrackleton
@MichealinaFrackleton 3 ай бұрын
Well done! You've provided incredibly important information for infections with lymphedema!
@moefreeman
@moefreeman 3 ай бұрын
This was a sudden onset with me as far as the swelling goes, the numbness with my knuckles of my toes started around two months ago. So this doesn’t go away?
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 3 ай бұрын
Symptoms often improve with treatment! But they don’t always. I suggest finding a CLT to work with who can help you with your particular issues.
@sheilastiles2502
@sheilastiles2502 4 ай бұрын
Diuretics do NOTHING for my Type II Primary Lymphedema. How does that protien get broke down to pee or poo out? I feel like my PSI is gonna explode.....wish i had a drain valve
@sheilastiles2502
@sheilastiles2502 4 ай бұрын
Where do people suffering from Type II PRIMARY Lymphedema? I witnessed it destroy my mother and i now have to find urgent professional decompression.
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 4 ай бұрын
You need to find a good CLT right away! Check out lymphnet.org and clt-lana.org to find one!
@KentuckyWoman2
@KentuckyWoman2 5 ай бұрын
I'm obese and if I lay flat like that, I'll choke. Literally, I even have to sleep in a semi-sitting position. How can I modify these exercises?
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for pointing this out. I will create a new video with modifications. Stay tuned! In the meantime, I have several seated exercise routines on the site.
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 5 ай бұрын
Check out this video: Seated basic lower body lymphatic flow routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZuTiqdslqpqY5Y
@jeffkillmeyer1517
@jeffkillmeyer1517 5 ай бұрын
Wonderful advice! Thx!!
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 5 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@db44491
@db44491 5 ай бұрын
Useful information thank you.
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 5 ай бұрын
You're welcome! 👍
@helenmercado2340
@helenmercado2340 5 ай бұрын
Does the certification of lymphedema therapy expires? Thank you.
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 5 ай бұрын
Different schools have different requirements. Most do NOT recertify practitioners. Most important is that you ask to see the continuing education courses that your practitioner participates in.
@diplomatjohnson1527
@diplomatjohnson1527 5 ай бұрын
I was once a Lymphedema patient but today I have finally got rid of my Lymphedema with the help of DR.EBEDIA powerful herbs.I recommend you all to dr.ebedia.👉(drebedia)
@Dexy83
@Dexy83 5 ай бұрын
I appreciate your willingness to continually post videos for our tiny, but ever growing lymphedema community. This channel isn't making you money (if I understand the KZbin creator fee structure) but you still routinely share knowledge in an easy, digestible way. Thank you! Have a great weekend! 💙
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 5 ай бұрын
I appreciate YOU!
@gigieyre
@gigieyre 5 ай бұрын
The first thing you said is the most important however....getting someone to actually diagnose you is like finding the million dollar Easter egg. I felt something slightly different in my abdomen and randomly my leg would feel heavy. This happened sporadically for a couple of years. I had to take pictures of my leg when it was puffy because by the time I got into the doctor visit, it would be back down again. Long story short, it took over 5 years to get to a therapist and over $10,000 out of pocket. I live in a rather large town and there is only 1 certified lymphatic therapist. Crazy.
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 5 ай бұрын
Im so sorry to hear how difficult this has been for you! I’m glad you’ve found a good therapist and are getting the help you need.
@katherinehumphrey4839
@katherinehumphrey4839 5 ай бұрын
Great tips. Long time no see!
@andreaj2
@andreaj2 5 ай бұрын
These are exciting developments and give us hope as lymphedema patients. Thanks for sharing Lisa.
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 5 ай бұрын
You’re welcome!
@KathleenHelenLisson
@KathleenHelenLisson 5 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@catcherboy96
@catcherboy96 5 ай бұрын
My doctor prescribed me water pills. I am very overweight w lymphedemia in my left leg, however luckily my blood pressure is good and blood work came back good. through my research here I am confused why my doctor has prescribed me the water pills. I am to be fitted w a compression devise, which I feel will actually treat the condition. I feel like drinking natural diuretics like tea would be a way better alternative to taking water pills for this.
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 5 ай бұрын
Let your doctor know about any concerns you have.
@Onechance_ngl
@Onechance_ngl 5 ай бұрын
I’ve had it since high school and I’m now 30. My doctor back then said it wasn’t lymphedema because I was too young and I had no injuries or surgery. It never went away and now idk. I’m just trying to walk more and lose weight. I’ve also known a sedentary life causes swelling as well. It’s progressing.
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 5 ай бұрын
❤️❤️🙏🏻
@imahick5723
@imahick5723 5 ай бұрын
Thank you. I am currently working with a lymphedema specialist and have been fitted for the wraps. It's been 4 weeks and I do see a difference.
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 5 ай бұрын
Great!! 👍
@mimici09
@mimici09 6 ай бұрын
Where can I find this perfect sized ball? Everything I see is larger or smaller.
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 6 ай бұрын
This is a 52 cm ball.
@andreaj2
@andreaj2 6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for this useful information!
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 6 ай бұрын
You are so welcome! Thank you for watching!
@alicias312
@alicias312 6 ай бұрын
I so appreciate this information. I’m so disappointed in myself. I was doing so well trying to prevent lymphedema then I just got distracted by life and stopped exercises and wearing my sleeve then all of a sudden it happened . last week I started experiencing swelling in my hand. Now alittle in my arm. I had ten lymph nodes removed June 2023. Completed radiation in Nov. I was doing so well. I just don’t understand how this happen. I can only think that the heavy lifting I was doing could have triggered it. Not sure how to live recreationally. I love outdoors but concerned if the heat can be a trigger. I have a custom sleeve for arm and hand but it doesn’t seem to be as tight anymore. Should compression garments be tight? Pls advise.
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 6 ай бұрын
Im so sorry this happened! Get back into your sleeve, or get fit for a new one. Get to your doctor or CLT immediately! I also sell an online course to help teach patients how to exercise safely and properly with Lymphedema. Email me if you’d like information.
@cynthialesser2986
@cynthialesser2986 6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much A great demonstration ❤
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 6 ай бұрын
You’re welcome! Thank you for tuning in.
@wingpilotus
@wingpilotus 6 ай бұрын
I did not see the link for the study. May you please share it? Thanks!
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 6 ай бұрын
References to studies are ALWAYS written in the video description: Chen, W & Pandey, Sonia & Lensing, J. (2023). Does Liposuction for Lymphedema Worsen Lymphatic Injury?. Lymphology. 56. 3-12. 10.2458/lymph.5871.
@DanaMeeker-fz9oz
@DanaMeeker-fz9oz 6 ай бұрын
Dose it make things worse I really need help I have stage 3 /4 when you go to therapy dose that person do mld on you or they only show you once and then it's up to you to try do it on your own?
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 6 ай бұрын
All facilities offer different methods for treatment. It may be worth trying to find someone who can perform all of the aspects of CDT and consult a surgeon to see if surgery is right for you!
@stillwater1608
@stillwater1608 6 ай бұрын
whats the name of the background song?
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 6 ай бұрын
Crazy by Seal
@ELVIRACORNEJO-fv6te
@ELVIRACORNEJO-fv6te 6 ай бұрын
Where can I see the exercises for Lymphdema
@lymphsmart
@lymphsmart 6 ай бұрын
HI! You can check out my 'exercise routine' playlist for some 10 minute (or less) routines!