Top 7 Reasons to get to the Lymphedema Awareness Walk March 28th 2015:

Movement and You:

 

1) Support Patients with Lymphedema and Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema.

All proceeds go toward assisting these patients with their care and supplies.

2) Cancer Prevention:

  • Inactivity is strongly correlated to Cancer Risk.
  • Movement prevents cancers. 
  • Common Side effects of cancer treatment are alleviated with exercise.

In the 2008 Journal of Clinical Oncology,  women walking briskly 2-3 hours per week in the year prior to developing breast cancer were 31% less likely to die from the cancer than the sedentary women.  Also, those women who increased their activity after diagnosis lowered their risk of death by 45%.  Conversely, those decreasing their activity upon diagnosis increased their risk of death four-fold.

3) Enhances Strength and Density of Bones.

  • Increases and maintains bone mineral density in older adults.

4) Prevents Diabetes:

  • Maintains Normal Blood Sugar
  • Improved insulin signaling

5) Improves Heart Health:

  • Lowers Blood Pressure
  • Lower Resting Heart Rate
  • Improves Circulation
  • Decrease Body Mass Index

6) Enhances Immunity:

  • The strength of your immune system is directly correlated to physical activity.
  • Can help prevent respiratory tract viral infections and reduce their duration.

7) Improved Mental Health:

  • Improves image of Self
  • Improves confidence
  • Lowers Stress
  • Improves Sleep

 

Source:

“Lise Alschuler, ND, FABNO, and Karolyn A. Gazella”
 
 

Peapod Purse

A Lymphedema Charitable Organization

5K Walk in Support of Lymphedema Awareness and Treatment

WHEN?    Saturday March 28th, 2015  8am Registration/ 9am Start Time
WHAT?    A 5K walk at the Manalapan Recreation Center 
WHERE?  Located at 120 County Road 522 in Manalapan, NJ
WHY?     To support Lymphedema Awareness & Treatment
WHO?     You! 

For More Information or To Sign up Visit:

www.elymphedema.org

 

 

Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema BCRL Undiagnosed in 36% of Patients with Lymphedema. 87% of Lymphedema Diagnosed Patients not receiving the Gold Standard of Care.

In a Nov. 2013 study of 450 Breast Cancer Survivors who had symptoms of Lymphedema after Breast Cancer Treatment, 36% had not been diagnosed with Lymphedema by their physician. Of the 64% of Breast Cancer Survivors who were diagnosed with Lymphedema, only 13% received the Gold Standard in Treatment consisting of Complete Decongestive Therapy CDT and Manual Lymph Drainage MLD with Compression Garments, and Remedial Exercises as defined by The National Lymphedema Network in their 2011 Position Statement.

This study at The Medical College of Wisconsin showed that despite very effective interventions for Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema, 87% of those diagnosed did not receive the Gold Standard of Care.  It also demonstrated that 160 of 450 Breast Cancer Survivors were not diagnosed with Lymphedema despite symptoms.

Please see our section on Breast Cancer Rehabilitation for current research on Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema, early intervention, prevention, and lymphedema treatment.  In the Jan. 2013 edition of Breast, BCRL or Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema was found to be the most common disease/ morbidity associated with Breast Cancer Treatment.  Early Intervention with monitoring through measurement and bioimpedance is the most highly recommended way to minimize the occurrence of swelling and to get limb swelling under control fast.

Wyatt Rehab is a World Leader in Lymphedema Treatment and Wyatt uses The Gold Standard Treatment for Lymphedema. Wyatt is thoroughly versed in all procedures and devices and has helped thousand of patients since 2005.  Contact Wyatt today if you are receiving Breast Cancer Treatment and have concerns about Lymphedema.  Print this referral for your Physician and talk with them today.