When a woman has breast cancer, her treatment may include a mastectomy with lymph node removal along with radiation therapy.

There are many non-surgical treatments for lymphedema, many of which can be done at home and with the help of rehabilitation, occupational, or physical therapist. These include elevating the affected ...

Intentions were viewed as breast cancer survivors' consciousness of actions toward lymphedema management ... of going back to the intensive physical therapy. The women were unwilling to go ...

Lymphatic massage is known to improve tissue swelling or lymphedema ... and aid pain management, adds McVicker. Plus, it enhances blood flow which promotes collagen production—a key contributor to ...