Winter Winter 2025 References The prevalence of lymphedema in Canada: An update A new collection of research papers and consensus statements Forward Momentum; Future Steps in Lymphedema Management Healthy flow, healthy mind Understanding the brain lymphatic system Fall Fall 2024 References Healthier lives through self-compassion. Dealing with the negative feelings that come with managing a chronic health challenge Peripheral arterial disease. Best practice assessment for lower limbs with lymphedema. Celebrating 15 years of progress and impact Hints and Tips Did you know? Summer Summer 2024 References Current state of surgical management of lymphedema in Canada By Siba Haykal, Nina Hadzimustafic and Valentina ShamounVoices heard: Key findings from the 2024 Pathways Readers’ Survey By Grace NeumayerAssessing research. Literature review, systematic review, meta-analysis: What’s the difference? Maree O’ConnorSpring Spring 2024 References National Lymphedema Conference Q&A transcribed from the closing plenary Patients count Identifying lymphedema patients in Canada Where are they now? Trying to lead as normal a life as possible The struggles of integrating lymphedema care into the healthcare system: An issue of distributive justice Yin Yoga for lymphedema Customized to support the lymphatic system Did you know? Winter Winter 2023-24 References Bone and soft tissue sarcoma Moving forward together Approaching a challenging conversation as a part of lymphedema management By Sally KeirForward momentum Skin care and lymphedema By Terence J. RyanWhere are they now? 2023 Fall Fall 2023 References Climate change and climatic variation impact on chronic edema and lymphedema How do we diagnose lipedema? Recommendation of the Diagnosis Working Group of the International Lipoedema Association Report of ILF 2023 Lymphedema Conference Summer Summer 2023 References Melanoma and Lymphedema The new “Science” of Implementation Science Spring Spring 2023 References Breast edema/lymphedema during and after breast cancer treatment Identification and treatment KETOGENIC DIET FOR LYMPHEDEMA POINT COUNTERPOINT SELF-CARE TIPS FOR LYMPHEDEMA Winter Winter 2022-23 References Integrative lymphedema treatment. Combining Ayurveda, yoga and compression therapy. (page 5) Treatment of head and neck lymphedema. Improving patient quality of life. (page 10) Lymphedema: It’s all about the skin. An interview with Professor Terence Ryan (page 14) Click below to view and download: Head & Neck Cancer Exercise Guidelines . ©MUHC Lymphedema ClinicTMJ Exercise Guideline . ©MUHC Lymphedema Clinic2022 Fall Fall 2022 References Psychological aspects of living with a chronic disease like lymphedema .Theoretical background and practical examples (page 5) Development of Canadian Clinical Practice Guidelines for the care and treatment of breast-cancer related lymphedema. (page 12) Compression in the management of lymphedema: Are we under (delivering) pressure? (page 15) An important new scientific review of lymphatic microsurgery from Quebec (page 18) Summer Summer 2022 References Assessment of head and neck lymphedema By Marize Ibrahim Rethinking the safety net – The case of public support for expanded lymphedema care By Yasser Almadani, Hedi Zhao, Anna Towers and Joshua Vorstenbosch Inequities in garment funding across – Canada Where are we in 2022? By Mona Al Onazi, Erica Park, Michelle Phung There is a mobile app for everything– including lymphedema By Anna Kennedy ASK THE EXPERTS Lipedema management by Tobias Bertsch MD Spring
Spring 2022 References
The Living with Leg Lymphedema Study. Comparing the effects of various scar tissue treatments on lymphedema volume. Two Cases. By Rebecca Wilkinson ASK THE EXPERTS Prospective surveillance, early identification, and intervention. Ankle-Brachial Pressure Index or Toe Brachial Index. Conference Related Resources: Poster Hall – Abstracts Full 2021 Conference Program (Sessions, Bios, Agenda)
2021 Winter
Winter 2021 References
Lets talk genital lymphedema By Shelley DiCecco First endowed Research Chair in lymphatic disorders in Canada arrives at the University of Albert By Spencer Gibson Kinect-enhanced lymphatic exercises By Mei Fu Fall
Fall 2021 References
Overview of Lymphatic Surgeries By Marie-Eve Letellier Obesity is a Significant Risk Factor for Lymphatic Pain and Arm Swelling Summer
Summer 2021 References
Watching the flow The role of lymphangiography By Elliott Weiss and Moira Stilwell Spring
Spring 2021 References
Compression counters cellulitis Surgical rehabilitation guidelines Letters to the Editor Letters to the Editor Pathways Readers Have SpokenResults from the 2020 Readers Survey
Winter
Winter 2020/2021 References
Contemporary concepts in lymphatic surgery
Why is lymphedema so hard to diagnose?
Therapy for lymphedema
Putting the “self” into self MLD
2020
Fall
Fall 2020 References
Lipedema – A new paradigm shift Additional Reading: Lipoedema: a paradigm shift and consensus Anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system LYMQOL: Measuring the effect of lymphedema on quality-of-life
Summer
Summer 2020 References
What is the link between lymphedema and obesity?
Myths, mysteries, and the art of reviewing evidence
Obesity: The Canadian Perspective
Spring
Spring 2020 References
An update on the genetics of primary lymphedema
A positive life is central to positive health
Book review: The Complete Lymphedema Management and Nutrition Guide
Winter
Winter 2019/2020 References
Dutch Best Practice Lymphedema Guidelines
A New Paradigm for Diagnosis and Treatment of Edemas
2019
Fall
Fall 2019 References
Obesity’s Impact
Health Economics
Prospective Surveillance
Highlights from the 2019 ILF Conference in Chicago
Scientific research developments
Summer
Summer 2019 References
Exercise and Physical Activity
Lymphedema in gynecological cancer
Canada’s New Food Guide and Lymphedema
Ask the Expert: Risk Reduction
Spring
Spring 2019 References
Innovations in diagnostics
Aquatic exercise training and lymphedema
Self-care – A therapist’s thoughts
Unusual relations or a delicate balance?
Winter
Winter 2019 References
Technology and Lymphedema
By: Melanie Thomas
Additional Articles:
The meaning of Success in Lymphedema Management
The mystery is solved – A case study of delayed diagnosis and treatment
2018
Fall
Fall 2018 References
Low level laser therapy for lymphedema
By: Sapphire Kroetsch BKin, Courtney Whitehead BScKin, and Margaret McNeely PT, PhD.
Lymphedema and related symptoms
By: Sheila H. Ridner, PhD, RN, FAAN
Summer
Summer 2018 References
The rise of the robots and AI – their impact on lymphedema diagnosis and treatment
By Neil Piller
Spring
Spring 2018 References
The lymphedema patient as director of care: The Dutch, patient-centred approach
Resilience: Learning to cope with lymphedema
Winter
Winter 2018 References
2017
Fall
Fall 2017 References
Quality of life following surgical management of lymphedema
The development of a new diagnostic tool: Elastography
Lipo-lymphedema: Working collaboratively to improve a patient’s life
Lymphedema Medication Brings Hope (Full Transcript)
Summer
Summer 2017 References
Nutrition for lymphedema
Resistance exercise with compression for women with lymphedema
What’s different about head and neck lymphedema?
Spring
Spring 2017 References
The rising prevalence of lymphedema in Canada
Exercise and lymphedema
Skin characteristics of lymphedema
Parents raising children with primary lymphedema
Winter
Winter 2017 References
Pediatric Lymphedema
Taking heart when your heart sinks
Reimbursement Inequities
Transepidermal Water Loss
2016
Fall
Fall 2016 References
Taking care of your lower limbs
If you can breathe you can do yoga
Summer
Summer 2016 References
Precautionary practices for lymphedema
Spring
Spring 2016 References
Symptom reporting as a useful tool to detect lymphedema
Winter
Winter 2016 References
Studying inflammation-induced lymphatic dysfunction to better understand lymphedema
Surgery for lymphedema treatment
2015
Fall
Fall 2015 References
Making the case for safe and effective resistance exercise
Infection and overlying skin changes in lymphedema
Summer
Summer 2015 References
Technologies improve accuracy and reliability of lymphedema measurement
Top 10 Self-Care Tips for Lymphedema
Spring
Spring 2015 References
Using Pneumatic Compression in lymphedema treatment
Kinesio Taping and Lymphedema
Surgical Treatment Options for Lymphedema (Expanded)
Forty Years of Devoted Research (Expanded)
Winter
Winter 2015 References
Head and Neck Lymphedema
Nutrition Considerations in Lymphedema
2014
Fall
Fall 2014 References
Managing the Psychosocial Aspects of Lymphedema
Summer
Summer 2014 References
Lower Limb Lymphedema after Gynecological Cancer Surgery: An Overview
Spring
Spring 2014 References
Understanding Cellulitis: A serious concern for lymphedema patients and those at risk
Winter
Winter 2014 References
Lymphedema and Exercise
2013
Fall
Fall 2013 References
The Story of Abreast in a Boat
Dragon Boating vs. Lymphedema
Occupational Therapy – It’s all about hope
Summer
Summer 2013 References
Radiation Therapy and the Lymphatic System
Protect Your Quality of Life from Lymphedema
Spring
Spring 2013 References
Recent Development in Axillary Lymph Node Management in Breast Cancer
Because it Matters… Getting more physically active one step at a time
Winter
Winter 2013 References
The Contemporary Surgical Treatment of Lymphedema
Writing Lymphedema Case Reports and Presentations
A Model of a Lymphedema Self-Management Clinic
2012
Fall
Fall 2012 References
Donning Aids for Compression Garments
Summer
Summer 2012 References
Compression Therapy: A position document on compression bandaging
The Science of Compression
Prescribing Compression Garments for Lymphostatic and Venous Edemas
Lymphedema Never Sleeps
Spring
Spring 2012 References
Early Shoulder Exercises for Reducing Complications After Breast Cancer Treatment
