Symptoms of lymphedema can range from mild to severe. Any prolonged swelling in affected areas, usually the arms or legs may be signs of lymphedema. Other symptoms can include a heavy and/or tight feeling, reduced range of motion, pain or discomfort, chronic infections and, perhaps most seriously, lymphangiosarcoma, which is...

There have been many amazing advances in surgical procedures. In many cases, surgery can be completed without major incisions. Still, almost every surgical procedure brings with it the risk of postoperative pain, swelling and bruising.  It’s a lot to deal with in addition to all the other circumstances and symptoms...

You’re carrying a lot of added weight. You’re going through something you’ve never experienced before and you’re “eating for two”. You need all the support you can get. And getting the physical support you need throughout the day is the main benefit of compression during pregnancy. The Benefits of Compression...

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No one really knows the mental and physical challenges of cancer treatment until they experience it for themselves. As if the fear, pain and disruption to your life are not enough, many people suffer lymphedema, or swelling in the arms and/or legs following cancer treatments. Fortunately, wearing lymphedema compression stockings...