Lymphedema Management - Compression & Therapy

Pouria presents with secondary lymphedema following breast cancer treatment. The patient reports heaviness in the arm and mild discomfort but denies significant pain. The affected arm shows a circumference 3 cm greater than the contralateral arm. She has no open wounds or signs of infection. Which compression and therapy strategy is MOST appropriate to manage this patient’s lymphedema?

A) High-stretch bandages to provide consistent pressure during rest and activity

B) Intermittent pneumatic compression at 60 mmHg pressure, followed by elastic sleeve application

C) Short-stretch bandages with manual lymphatic drainage techniques

D) Compression garments with 40-50 mmHg pressure for daily use

TEXT OUR TEAM:

• [phone]