Self-Care for Management of Secondary Lymphedema: A Systematic Review

Conclusions/Significance There is evidence to support the adoption of remedial exercises in the management of FR-LE and for a greater emphasis on self-treatment practices for people with CR-LE. Empowerment of people with lymphedema to care for themselves with access to supportive professional assistance has the capacity to optimise self-management practices and improve outcomes from limited health resources.
Source: PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases - Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Source Type: research