systematic review
Read expert articles, clinical research, and training insights on systematic review from Moving Lymph.
Critical appraisal skills - the missing link for Therapists
The demand for level 1 studies is largely driven by academic needs, rather than tangible, clinically relevant outcomes.
Another disappointing SR that fails to tell us anything new 😖
Systematic reviews are an academic exercise to ‘systemically review’ the existing literature on a particular research question. They are ...
Why Elastic Tape Is a Game Changer for Phase 2 Lymphoedema Management
Evidence for the effectiveness of elastic taping as an adjunct in Lymphatic Therapies is also growing, and the most recent Systematic Review (SR) on elastic taping in lymphoedema management supports our collective clinical observations, and confirms that lymph taping is a vital option for people who have trouble applying traditional compression therapies.
Its never too early to start MLD
Thompson et al, found evidence for MLD to prevent onset in early breast cancer patients and to reduce arm volume in early stage lymphoedema
What is the best measure for lymphoedema?
There has been a lot of discussion lately around systematic reviews and RCTs on the effectiveness of MLD in our treatment mix. Measuring tre
How to write a case study and why we need them
Randomised controlled trials are not suited to assessing the effectiveness of treatment of lymphoedema and other chronic diseases.
Why Systematic Reviews Can’t Guide Clinically Relevant MLD Practice for Post-Knee-Replacement Clients
Explore why Systematic Reviews fall short in guiding MLD practice for post-knee-replacement clients. Understand the limitations of Systematic Review findings.
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