Episode Summary
The lymphatic system tends to be undervalued, but removing toxins and waste from the body is vital to everyday life. Today, Emilia Dewi, a certified lymphedema specialist, is here to help us understand cancer-related lymphedema and how occupational therapy practitioners can help clients navigate the lifestyle changes that arise because of it.
Show Notes
Emilia and Sarah discuss:
- Why the lymphatic system is important to her
- Long term effects of lymphedema
- Overview of lymphatic system
- Glymphatic system
- Importance of sleep
- Link between autoimmune system and lymphatic system
- Dr. Perry Nicholson- Lymph Mojo Body Aquarium
- Cancer related lymphedema
- Changes due to cancer related lymphedema
- Cancer and Trauma
- Lymphedema and lifestyle
- Risk reduction practice
- Change Readiness Theory
- Planting the seed
- Allowing choice after cancer
- John Barnes Myofascial Release
- Her favorite manual therapy techniques
- Kinesio Taping for lymphedema management
- Cording
- Lipedema
Connect with Emelia
- Email: emilia@thelymphtherapist.com
- Instagram: Http://www.instagram.com/the_lymph_therapist
- URL: Https://www.thelymphtherapist.com
