Lymphedema,rehab Resources,support Groups Articles
Managing Lymphedema with Nutrition
Lymphedema is a condition in which protein rich fluid accumulates in the tissues. It affects approximately 1 in 1000 Americans. And although there is currently no cure, managing lymphedema with nutrition. n is an importance piece of your lymphedema…
Lighthouse Lymphedema Conference
The Lighthouse Lymphedema Conference is hosted each year by the Lighthouse Lymphedema Network. Lymphedema is a condition in which lymph fluid builds up in the tissues and can be the result of cardiac or renal issues, problems with vein function, side…
Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Support Group
Brain and spinal cord injury occur in young adults – people between the ages of 18 and 34 – more than any other age group in the United States. Every year 1.7 million people sustain a brain injury and 12,000 people sustain a spinal cord injury .Support…
Supporting a Loved One with Parkinson's Disease
April is Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month. Have one of your loved ones recently been diagnosed? If so, there are ways you can show your support and help them manage their Parkinson's disease symptoms. Keep reading to learn more about Parkinson's…
5 Key Questions to Ask When Choosing a Lymphedema Therapist
Finding a Lymphedema Therapist Finding a qualified lymphedema therapist can be challenging! Lymphedema is not always easy to recognize or well understood by healthcare professionals. Also, there are limited numbers of qualified and experienced therapists…
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…
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…
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 -…
2020 Huntsville Lymphedema Conference
Join Therapy Achievements for World Lymphedema Day! We will be celebrating by hosting an educational conference on Lymphedema. Topics covered will include updates on treatments, compression techniques, management, and more. Patients living with Lymphedema,…
2020 Cookies for a Cause
Join Therapy Achievements on February 18, 2020 for a Cookie Decorating Class for Support Groups. Join Therapy Achievements for Cookies for a Cause- it's the sweet way of giving back! Therapy Achievements sponsors several different support groups including,…
Shoe Recommendations for Patients with Lymphedema
Finding shoes that fit properly can be difficult if you deal with Lymphedema or swelling of your lower extremities. Below we have listed a few shoe recommendations for patients with Lymphedema. We've also listed a few things to keep in mind when purchasing…
2019 Huntsville Parkinson's Picnic
Join us October 13 for the Huntsville Parkinson's Picnic! The Huntsville Parkinson's Support Group will host the annual picnic at the Botanical Gardens. We will meet at the Arbor Room (we normally meet the 2nd Sunday of every month at Willowbrook Baptist…
2019 Rocket City Bike MS
What Is Bike MS? Bike MS is a cycling ride to raise funds for the National MS Society. Each year Huntsville, AL - known as Rocket City - participates in a ride. MS affects over 1 million people and this year, like always, the Rocket City team was…
Treatment of Lymphedema: The Swollen Limb
Lymphedema and Edema Treatment of lymphedema can be challenging! Approximately 60% of our body mass is composed of fluid. Normally this fluid moves in and out of the tissues - the space between the skin and the muscle. If the fluid becomes stagnant…
Rocket City MS Support Meets 7-17-18
Join us for facts, food and friendship! Dr. Chris Laganke will speak about risk factors for developing MS and you will hear from someone living with MS about their experiences. Food and beverages will be catered. Register at www.abovems.com or call 1-866-955-9999. …
Head & Neck Cancer Support Group Meets 2018
Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancer Support Group meets 2018. SPOHNC is a cancer support group that meets on the 1st Wednesday of the month from 6:30 - 8:00 pm at Clearview Cancer Institute. They have a speaker on a topic of interest…
Lymphatic Flow By Cathy McNeely, PT
Lymphatic Flow By Cathy McNeely I have been a Physical Therapist since 1989. Being a Certified Lymphedema Therapist with a background in orthopedics/sports medicine, I am always searching for innovative therapeutic exercises and natural remedies to…
Flowers at Therapy Achievements
Maryann is the proud new owner of "Lilies", a floral painting by Cynthia Parson's. Maryann attends therapy for treatment of lymphedema at Therapy Achievements where some of Cynthia's work is displayed. "I've been admiring that painting for quite a…
2016 Huntsville Lymphedema Conference
Join us Sat 7-9-16 from 1-3:00 at Clearview Cancer Institute for information about breast cancer surgery options by Dr. Caroline Schreeder and highlights from the Lighthouse Lymphedema Conference about latest research on treatment of lymphedema by Karen…
Huntsville Multiple Sclerosis Support Group December Meeting
The Huntsville MS Support Group meets every 3rd Tuesday from 6 - 7:30 pm at Therapy Achievements. Join us for fun, food and friendship!