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Read expert articles, clinical research, and training insights on self-care from Moving Lymph.
Lymphoedema in Rural Bangladesh
My main role at the Centre for Neglected Tropical Diseases #CNTD - so far - has been to design and implement a study to see if we can improve on self-management for people affected by moderate to severe #LymphaticFilariasis and #Podoconiosis related #lymphoedema. And after almost a year of planning we started data-collection in Nilphamari District in north west Bangladesh at the beginning of October. Back at the beginning of my PhD research I conducted a systematic review on self-management fo
'Tis the Season to Be Jolly: Why Laughing is Good for Your Lymphatic System
The idea that simple actions such as talking, shouting, singing , laughing, crying, sighing and yawning can influence our physical health dates back to the 19th century, and Harry Campbell’s observations published in the The Lancet in 1897 laid the groundwork for understanding how these actions affect circulation.
Lymphatic endothelial cells, so much more to know!
The study looked at how the lymphatic endothelia cells behave when there is tissue hypoxia, so there are three interesting things here. How
Obesity Matters: How do You Know if You are Overweight and Why Jumping on the Scales May be a Bad Idea.
As many of us resolve to lose weight this year, it’s vital to consider how success is measured to avoid unrealistic goals and setbacks. BMI
LKN Foundation launches during #LymphoedemaAwarenessMonth
By now I knew that I was never going to be in a financial position to volunteer large chunks of my time to work in LF-endemic countries, so
Does MLD make you sick?
A long time ago I made the mistake of watching some YouTube videos purporting to teach Dr Vodder's MLD and was quite disturbed by the number of chats insisting that you should feel nauseous or ill somehow after lymph drainage. There was even an insistence in some comments that it hasn't worked unless you feel dreadful. This is the exact opposite of what I have learned and observed in nearly 25 years of performing MLD. If you are receiving Dr Vodder's MLD you should not have headache or nausea
Lymphoedema in Rural Ethiopia
The study I am involved with through #CNTD on enhanced #self_care for people affected by moderate to severe #LymphaticFilariasis and #Podoconiosis related #lymphoedema has started in Ethiopia. We recruited our participants in November and then did a four-week follow-up in early December. The study methods are the same as in Bangladesh (see the post Lymphoedema in Rural Bangladesh), but the two countries and the patients are worlds apart.Access issues in Bangladesh were mainly due to roads and wa
Doing Good or Doing Harm: The Pitfalls of Compression Therapy in Lymphoedema Management.
Lymphoedema is a daily challenge, even for those with access to the best specialty care. For most, poverty, ignorance and stigma with amply these challenges. #LymphoedemaTherapists are not well placed to address world poverty, but we can make a considerable contribution to raising awareness by spreading quality information wherever we can.
Using Guided Meditation to Embody Lymphatic Anatomy and Improve Clinical Clarity.
For students of lymphatic therapies, mapping the vessel pathways can feel like navigating a shapeshifting landscape. Guided meditation focuses on inner sensation and perception to assimilate two dimensional, text-based descriptions, and internalise the lymph vessels and pathways using you own body as a reference map. Research shows these exercises do more than aid learning, they can reduce study-related stress and lead to increased clinical confidence and observation skills.
Self-Care: The Essential Key to Chronic Pain Management
Celebrate International Self-Care Day by exploring the essential nature of self-care in chronic pain management. True self-care involves sustainable strategies that support both body and mind.
The Invisible Superhighway: Why Your Gut-Lymph Axis is the Secret to Immunity Inflammation, and Weight Management
Explore how the gut–lymph axis influences immunity, inflammation and weight management, and learn practical ways to support a healthy lymphatic system.
The Cost of NOT doing MLD in Phase 2 Lymphoedema Management.
Learn why skipping Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) during lymphedema maintenance incurs a hidden cost on quality of life and symptom control. We analyze peer-reviewed evidence to show MLD's active role in promoting lymph flow, the need for continuous professional support, and tailored solutions for complex cases like leg lymphedema.
The 24/7 Reality: Why Self-Care is the Cornerstone of Lymphoedema Management
Discover why self-care is the cornerstone of lymphoedema management. Learn how daily habits and therapist support can transform long-term health
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