Publications The Adelaide Lymphoedema Clinic produces several informative
publications specifically written for people with lymphoedema or
those who are at risk of developing lymphoedema. For
therapsists, there are superb wall charts showing the lymphatic
territories and watersheds.
Living With Lymphoedema: A handbook for patients By Michael Mason
This excellent handbook, now in its third edition, has been written
specifically for lymphoedema patients and those at risk of
developing lymphoedema.
It gives important information about the lymphatic system, the
condition of lymphoedema, its treatment and helpful advice about
how to live, travel and sleep with the condition. It also provides
particular advice to patients with arm and leg lymphoedema,
patient exercise routines and an insight into the psychological
aspects of the condition.
Exercises for Lymphoedema of the Arm: A handbook for
patients By Michael Mason
and
Exercises for Lymphoedema of the Leg: A handbook for
patients By Michael Mason
One of the four components of Complex Physical Therapy
treatment for lymphoedema is a suitable exercise programme.
Thess handbooks provide patients with a number of clearly
illustrated graduated exercises which cater for all ages and all
levels of physical fitness and include some self-massage
techniques.
They also provide information about the condition of
lymphoedema and advice to help patients in their daily lives as
well as being of assistance to therapists in organising exercise
programmes for their patients.
Self Massage and Exercise Routine Pamphlets By Michael Mason
Self-massage and exercise routine pamphlets are available from
the clinic.
* Lymphoedema of the left arm
* Lymphoedema of the right arm
* Lymphoedema of both arms
* Lymphoedema of the left leg
* Lymphoedema of the right leg
* Lymphoedema of both legs
A set of four laminated colour charts each measuring 410mm x
290mm are also available from the Clinic. There are two of upper
limbs and two of lower limbs, anterior and posterior views. Each
chart shows the lymphatic territories and watersheds as
designated by Professor Kubik.
For therapists, these charts are a superb visual aid and a
convenient method of demonstrating the theory of complex
physical therapy (CPT) massage to patients and partners for home
massage.
Adelaide Lymphoedema Clinic 29 Warwick St Walkerville SA 5081
T: 08 8342 9712
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