Decongestive PT:Often called complete decongestive therapy (CDT), this form of therapy treats a condition called lymphedema, which is damage to the lymph nodes that may be caused by some cancer treatments. Geriatric PT:Some physical therapists specialize in working with older women and men to tr...
Decongestive lymphatic treatment (DLT) is still the gold standard for treatment of breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL). With up to 17% of the patients
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Before buying new shoes, have a professional measure the length and width of your feet at the end of the day, while you're standing. For unusually flat feet or high arches, you may want to see a podiatrist. These conditions can make you more likely to get osteoarthritis or plantar fascii...
The reported impairments can lead to difficulty with activities of daily living and a reduction in quality of life. It is important for physical therapists to assess and measure these functional deficits and their effect on quality of life using a reliable......
Lymphedema, a chronic swelling of the legs or arms. It can cause the skin to crack, leading to infection. Obesity has been connected to an elevated risk of getting cellulitis. If you have had cellulitis in the past, you are prone to develop it again. 2 Look for the symptoms and signs...