{"id":4725,"date":"2019-10-25T10:00:10","date_gmt":"2019-10-25T15:00:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.cathybiase.com\/?p=4725"},"modified":"2019-10-25T10:00:10","modified_gmt":"2019-10-25T15:00:10","slug":"the-complete-lymphedema-management-and-nutrition-guide-by-jean-lamantia-rd-and-ann-dimenna-pt-cdt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cathybiase.com\/index.php\/2019\/10\/25\/the-complete-lymphedema-management-and-nutrition-guide-by-jean-lamantia-rd-and-ann-dimenna-pt-cdt\/","title":{"rendered":"The Complete Lymphedema Management and Nutrition Guide by Jean Lamantia, RD and Ann DiMenna, PT, CDT"},"content":{"rendered":"

Lymphedema is abnormal swelling that is caused by a build-up of lymph fluid.\u00a0 It occurs most frequently in the arms and in the legs and is commonly caused by the removal of or damage to lymph nodes as a part of cancer treatment.\u00a0 In this scenario, the onset of lymphedema can occur during treatments, days, months or even years after the treatment protocol is completed.<\/p>\n

According to the World Health Organization there are over 170 million people world-wide who suffer from secondary lymphedema.\u00a0 It affects approximately 15% of all cancer survivors and an estimated 30% of those treated for breast cancer after surgery to remove lymph nodes.<\/p>\n

Lymphedema is a chronic condition that, if not cared for, can lead to infection, thickening of the skin, pain and loss of proper function.\u00a0 But with the help of professionals in the field and by learning techniques for self-care it can be managed.<\/p>\n

Unfortunately lymphedema is poorly understood and researched.\u00a0 For this reason the new book entitled:<\/p>\n

The Complete Lymphedema Management and Nutrition Guide<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Empowering Strategies, Supporting Recipes & Therapeutic Exercises<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

by Jean Lamantia, RD and Ann DiMenna, PT, CDT<\/p>\n

is a great resource for both those suffering from lymphedema and for practitioners.<\/p>\n

A Great Resource for those Suffering from Lymphedema and for Practitioners<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Scientifica\"\"<\/a>lly researched and thoughtfully put together, the book is divided in to four sections.<\/p>\n

Parts 1 & 2 are authored by Ann DiMenna, PT, CDT.\u00a0 Parts 3 & 4 by Jean Lamantia, RD.<\/p>\n

Part 1: Understanding Lymphedema<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

This section beautifully lays out the physiology and biology of the lymphatic system as well as addressing Lymphedema Risk Reduction by using an easy to understand narrative coupled with informative visuals.<\/p>\n

Part 2: Self-Care for Lymphedema<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

Self-care management is vital for those with lymphedema.\u00a0 This section covers the key areas of skincare, self-taping, self-massage and exercise.\u00a0 It also covers the topic of compression garments very well.<\/p>\n

The next 2 sections cover the importance of nutrition for lymphedema management.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Part 3: Nutrition for Lymphedema<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

This is a very informative section of the book that covers these important topics for lymphedema management:<\/p>\n