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Lymphedema Management

Table of Contents


1 Introduction
2 Anatomy
3 Physiology
3.1 what is the lymphatic system
3.2 how does it work
3.3 why do we need it?
4 Pathology
4.1 Symptoms
4.2 Stages
4.3 therapy used to treat
4.4 contraindications
4.5 differential diagnosis.
5 Treatment: Lymphedema Mgmt techniques
5.1 Basic techniques
5.2 Case studies
5.3 MLD/CDT
5.3.1 Manual Lymph Drainage
5.3.2 Complete Decongestive Technique
5.3.3 Compression Therapy
5.3.4 Skin Care
5.3.5 Exercises
5.4 Pneumatic Compression Pumps
5.5 Surgical Procedures
5.5.1 Debulking
5.5.2 Modified Charles Procedure
6 Treatment of Wounds
7 Palliative Care
8 Measurement Techniques
9 Administration
9.1 Setting up a Clinic
9.2 Reimbursement & Billing
10 Appendices
10.1 Glossary
10.2 Recommended Reading
10.3 Abbreviations
10.4 Sample forms/Templates

 
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