Physiotherapy in the treatment of lymphoedema

Jacek Kultys, Teresa Pop, Ryszard Bielak

J. Kultys, T. Pop, R. Bielak: Physiotherapy in the treatment of lymphoedema. Fizjoterapia Polska 2015;15(3);64-77

Abstract

Lymphoedema is a chronic disease caused by the malfunction of the lymphatic system, leading to the accumulation of lymph in the interstitial space. The consequence of a primary or secondary lymphoedema is an unesthetical appearance of the limb, limited activity, and sometimes a significant distortion with a deformation of osteoarticular structures and muscle atrophy. Emotional problems often appear, affecting interpersonal relationships and the quality of life of the patients. A complete decongestive physiotherapy is still considered to be the most effective method of conservative treatment of lymphoedema, where a corresponding plan and implementation of the treatment throughout different degrees of severity of the disease brings good therapeutic results.
Key words:
lymphoedema, treatment, complex decongestive physiotherapy

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