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1
Q

Why is treating lymphedema frustrating?

A

takes time to treat

2
Q

What are the causes of lymphedema? (5)

A
  1. Genetically sparse lymph nodes
  2. Damaged lymph nodes
  3. Surgical resection
  4. Tissue damage
  5. Lymphatic compartmentalization
3
Q

What are the three objectives of treating lymph edema?

A

Promote terminal lymph drainage

Promote regional lymph drainage

Treat soft tissue strains

4
Q

What are the three “effects” of treating lymphedema with OMM?

A
  1. Balances body
  2. Augments the R/C model
  3. Allows free flow of fluids
5
Q

What are the three factors that affect how you treat lymphedema?

A
  1. Overall fluid load
  2. co-morbidity
  3. Area to drain
6
Q

Generally, you treat how?

A

From the thoracic inlet down, and centrally to distally

7
Q

What is the order of the treating with OMM for lymphedema?

A
  1. open thoracic inlet
  2. Thoracic spine and ribs
  3. TL junction
  4. UE
  5. Lumbar spine
  6. pelvis
  7. Sacrum
  8. LE
  9. thighs
  10. Lymphatic pumping
8
Q

What is the cause of lymphatic compartmentalization?

A

soft tissue strains