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Chronic Health Conditions Discussion and Support

DURHAM D

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1. My SIL goes to a physical therapist for massage treatment.

Reply to CountAllVotes (Original post)

Mon Apr 20, 2020, 08:37 PM

Apr 2020

They are still working. Can you get a doctor's order for the therapy?

btw - It is my understanding most doctors don't even know what lymphedema massage treatment is so you have to ask for it.

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Lymphedema [View all] CountAllVotes Apr 2020 OP

My SIL goes to a physical therapist for massage treatment. DURHAM D Apr 2020 #1

I find that hard to believe. Most realize it is usually because of removal of one's lymph nodes still_one Apr 2020 #5

You should call your physician, and see what they suggest. If your lymphedema has a specific still_one Apr 2020 #2

Maybe your doctor can prescribe over the phone, marybourg Apr 2020 #3

Hi CountAllVotes, Ohiogal Apr 2020 #4

I see a nurse CountAllVotes Apr 2020 #6

You probably all ready are, but elevate your legs procon Apr 2020 #7

I am familiar with a lymph edema pump... FarPoint Apr 2020 #8

thanks for all of the tips CountAllVotes Apr 2020 #9

I take Lasix. The other remedy is drinking boatloads of water, elevated feet and ankle pumps littlemissmartypants Apr 2020 #10

This has been going on for abt a week CountAllVotes Apr 2020 #11

Been there past tense mudge Apr 2020 #12