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AnneK's avatar
AnneK
Member
10 years ago

lympodemia prevention

Hi everyone

going on a holiday and taking a long flight, it has been highly recommended to me that I wear a compression sleeve and or glove for the prevention of lymphedema of my arm , but where do I get these from , I live in the Penrith area.or who do I see.?

Thanks Anne

lymphoedema

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  • Deanne's avatar
    Deanne
    Member
    10 years ago

    Hi Anne,

    It is important that your sleeve fits well as an ill-fitting sleeve can actually cause Lymphoedema. Seeing a Lymphoedema therapist is a good idea as they can also give you some hints on other things that are important in preventing any problems. 

    In my experience I have been advised to drink plenty of water before, during and after the flight. Get up and move around as much as possible and also do some simple arm exercises so that you  don't have your extremities swell too much.

    If you do wear a sleeve it is also recommended that you leave it on for a couple of hours after your flight.

    Hope you have a great time on your holiday. Take care. Deanne xxx

  • mona63's avatar
    mona63
    Member
    10 years ago

    Hi there. I just picked one up from pharmacist ....

  • Cosette's avatar
    Cosette
    Member
    10 years ago

    Hi Anne. If you need to wear a lymphoedema garment, it is important that it is well fitted. Your arm should be measured by a person qualified to do this, such as a lymphoedema therapist or a supplier of compression garments. The National Lymphoedema Practitioners Register (NLPR), maintained by the Australasian Lymphology Association (ALA), is a public register of lymphoedema practitioners in Australia and New Zealand. You can search the database for a local resource.

  • Brenda5's avatar
    Brenda5
    Member
    10 years ago

    My physiotherapist as part of my cancer treatment team measured me up for a sleeve and gauntlet and they arrived a week or two later and she fitted them for me.