Manual lymphatic drainage for lymphedema following breast cancer surgery
Breast cancer recovery treatment When someone suffers from breast cancer, they usually are treated through surgery or radiation therapy. In both these cases, post-treatment lymphedema in the breast region is common. The lymph nodes near the affected areas are usually removed during surgery. This can lead to a blockage in the flow of lymph leading to lymphedema. When lymphedema occurs after breast cancer treatment, the only viable treatment is MLD or manual lymphatic drainage. When the massage is done by a certified advanced manual lymphatic drainage therapist you can expect relief from symptoms. What happens in lymphedema? Lymphedema that happens after breast cancer treatment can occur immediately after surgery. It can also occur some weeks after the treatment. Both these forms of lymphedema occur due to the treatment and usually…