{"id":11000,"date":"2024-09-23T06:33:15","date_gmt":"2024-09-23T06:33:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/innogenx.co.in\/prameyahealth\/?p=11000"},"modified":"2024-09-23T06:52:24","modified_gmt":"2024-09-23T06:52:24","slug":"what-is-lymphedema-and-how-to-manage-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/innogenx.co.in\/prameyahealth\/what-is-lymphedema-and-how-to-manage-it\/","title":{"rendered":"What is lymphedema and how to manage it?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLymphedema is a chronic condition causing swelling of tissues, mainly in the arms or legs, due to the accumulation of lymph fluid resulting from compromised or blocked lymphatic systems due to infections. Lymphedema can develop due to various reasons, including surgical removal of lymph nodes, radiation therapy, infections, cancer, or congenital defects in the lymphatic system. Prameya Health\u2019s FENS Prana Sakhi provides a holistic treatment led by senior doctors, including allopathic, Naturopathy, Ayurveda, Yoga, and Acupressure.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Types of lymphedema - primary and secondary<\/h6>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrimary lymphedema is uncommon and frequently results from genetic defects that impair lymphatic system development. Secondary lymphedema is more common and results from external factors such as surgery, radiation, trauma, or infection that damage the lymphatic vessels or nodes. People who have received cancer therapy, especially for gynaecological, breast, or prostate malignancies, are more likely to experience lymphedema.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Managing Lymphedema- <\/b>It involves a combination of medical treatments, self-care practices, and lifestyle changes to reduce swelling, prevent complications, and maintain overall limb function. Here are some key strategies:<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Compression Therapy-<\/b> Wearing compression garments like sleeves or stockings maintains pressure on affected limbs, prevents fluid accumulation, promotes lymphatic flow, and reduces swelling, while bandaging supports compression.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)-<\/b> This specialized massage technique encourages the flow of lymph fluid and reduces congestion in the affected area. MLD is an essential part of controlling lymphedema, and it should only be administered by licensed therapists.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Regular movement & exercise-<\/b> Regular and low-impact exercises such as walking, swimming, or yoga help improve lymphatic drainage and muscle strength. However, Patients should consult their doctor for tailored exercise plans that avoid overstraining the affected part.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Skin Care- <\/b>Taking good care of your skin is necessary to avoid infections like cellulitis, which can exacerbate lymphedema. Keep the skin clean and moisturized, avoid injuries, and promptly treat cuts or insect bites.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Weight & Diet Management- <\/b>Maintain a healthy weight to reduce the strain on the lymphatic system. Swelling can be controlled with a healthy, low-sodium diet high in fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Advanced Therapies-<\/b> Under medical supervision, advanced therapies like pneumatic compression devices, micro vascular surgery are considered for managing severe cases of lymphedema.
Hence, individuals with lymphedema can lead healthier and more comfortable lives by understanding the condition and adopting a comprehensive management approach.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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At Prameya Health,<\/b> we provide personalized care plans and support to help you manage lymphedema effectively. The FENS Prana Sakhi of Prameya Health specializes in preventive health, addressing the medical needs of women of all ages, offering expert consultations and treatments led by senior doctors, including allopathic, Naturopathy, Ayurveda, Yoga, and Acupressure.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Lymphedema is a chronic condition causing swelling of tissues, mainly in the arms or legs, due to the accumulation of lymph fluid resulting from compromised or blocked lymphatic systems due to infections. Lymphedema can develop due to various reasons, including surgical removal of lymph nodes, radiation therapy, infections, cancer, or congenital defects in the lymphatic… Continue reading What is lymphedema and how to manage it?<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":11001,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11000","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog","entry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/innogenx.co.in\/prameyahealth\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11000","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/innogenx.co.in\/prameyahealth\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/innogenx.co.in\/prameyahealth\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/innogenx.co.in\/prameyahealth\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/innogenx.co.in\/prameyahealth\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11000"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/innogenx.co.in\/prameyahealth\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11000\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11009,"href":"https:\/\/innogenx.co.in\/prameyahealth\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11000\/revisions\/11009"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/innogenx.co.in\/prameyahealth\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11001"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/innogenx.co.in\/prameyahealth\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11000"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/innogenx.co.in\/prameyahealth\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11000"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/innogenx.co.in\/prameyahealth\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11000"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}