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February is American Heart Month
Heart Month is all about bringing awareness to heart disease, which is the leading cause of death in the United States. Heart Disease Symptoms Symptoms of heart disease vary depending on the type of heart disease someone may have, but they may…
What is prospective surveillance?
Prospective surveillance is a protocol that is used to detect and prevent lymphedema. Patients are referred to a lymphedema clinic prior to a surgical procedure so the therapist can take circumferential measurements of the patient's arms or legs to determine…
Measuring Limb Volume for Lymphedema
Methods for Measuring Limb Volume for Lymphedema How can you tell if you have lymphedema? Often times, the first sign is a change in the way your arm or leg feels – a feeling tightness, fullness or heaviness. Other signs include visible changes in…
What is Spasticity?
Spasticity is when muscles contract involuntarily and have difficulty relaxing. It causes a sense of stiffness and difficulty moving the affected limb or controlling the movement of the limb. Normal movement is usually fluid and smooth. Muscle movement…
Therapy Achievements Named Lymphedema Center of Excellence
For immediate release: October 15, 2020 Huntsville, AL: - We are excited to announce that Therapy Achievements, a local outpatient therapy service provider, was named a Lymphedema Center of Excellence by the Lymphedema Education & Research Network…
What Is Arthritis, Anyway? Understanding the Early Signs
Did you know that over 54 million American adults have arthritis? This is, indeed, a very common disease, and it can cause quite a lot of pain and discomfort. In severe cases, it can have an even bigger impact on one's quality of life, limiting their…
Wheelchair Fit for Function and Support
People who use wheelchairs know the correct wheelchair fit is essential for comfort and optimal function. If a wheelchair doesn't fit correctly it not only causes discomfort but ultimately, if you sit in the wrong wheelchair long enough, it will damage…
Water Exercise for Lipedema and Lymphedema
Water exercise is one of the best exercises for people with lipedema and lymphedema. And if you're not already doing water exercise, summer is a great time to try it! Benefits of Water Exercise for Lipedema and Lymphedema Gravity Elimination -…
Therapy for Lipedema
Lipedema is a misunderstood fat disorder that, up until now, had few therapy options. Fortunately, awareness of lipedema has increased dramatically and therapy for lipedema is increasingly available. What is Lipedema? Lipedema is a chronic adipose…