United Health Services is offering a new lymphedema therapy program at UHS Therapies in Norwich. According to physical ...

Lymphedema occurs when the lymph system is damaged or blocked by fluid buildup in soft tissues. It is a common condition that may be inherited, occur after a lymph obstruction and in some cases,by ...

Patients with lymphedema are finding more care options at the physical therapy programs at Schuyler Hospital and Cayuga Medical Center. Patients with cancer can develop this condition, but it also can ...

Lymphedema is swelling caused by a build-up of lymph fluid. It can be a side effect of cancer treatment. This build-up can cause discomfort. It often happens in the arms or legs, but can also occur in ...

After being diagnosed and treated for breast cancer, Antonette Beccarelli faced another health ordeal that changed her life. Like many survivors, she developed lymphedema — swelling in her left hand ...

CARTERSVILLE, Ga. — Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center is now providing therapy for patients struggling with lymphedema -- a condition resulting from impaired flow of the lymphatic system. According ...

SAN ANTONIO – The Lymphedema Treatment Act that goes into effect Jan. 1, 2024, will cover what health insurance doesn’t, such as compression supplies to reduce the condition’s painful swelling. “It ...

Breast cancer survivors face numerous challenges in their recovery journey, but one of the most devastating and often overlooked complications is lymphedema. This chronic condition, characterized by ...

VEGF-inducing gene therapy did not significantly improve outcomes with vascularized lymph node transfer for lymphedema. Arm volume reduction and quality of life were similar between treatment groups.

Tactile Systems Technology, Inc. announced at the ASCO 2025 Annual Meeting new clinical data showing that its Flexitouch Plus device significantly improves clinical outcomes and quality of life for ...

Lymphedema is a problem that may occur after breast cancer surgery (with a sentinel node biopsy or axillary dissection) when lymph nodes are removed or treated with radiation therapy within this area.