January 17, 2020

Lymphedema News

Lymphedema Newsletter
January 17, 2020
Advertisement sponsored by AIROS Medical
AIROS Medical Granted FDA 510k Clearance
to Market Compression Device for Lymphedema Treatment
AIROS Medical, a manufacturer of pneumatic compression therapy devices that treat lymphedema, received FDA 510k clearance for its 8-chamber device and Arm/Shoulder/Chest garment. AIROS - the sponsoring company of the 2019 NLN Conference in Boston that handed out stuffed bears - will now be able to offer lymphedema therapists an advanced upper extremity breast cancer treatment solution. 


Lymphedema Risk in Breast Ca Linked to NAC Duration

Study identifies specific number of days associated with an increase in arm volume of 20% or more.

Article courtesy of Medpage Today

Causes of Leg and Ankle Swelling

This article outlines some potential causes of swollen legs and ankles, and some of the treatment options available.

Article courtesy of Medical News Today

Lymphedema Employment Opportunity
Kittery, Maine
Atlantic Rehab Services and Lymphedema Center is looking for a part-time or full-time certified lymphedema therapist OT or PT. Competitive pay and bonuses offered.

Call 603-743-8790 or email dlhunt@atlanticrehabservices.com


Health Matters:
Managing Lymphedema

Article courtesy of NBC 2

5 Stretches That Benefit the Lymphatic System and Why It Matters
Article courtesy of Popsugar

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