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Volume 3 Issue 4
Publisher Pathways is published four times per year by BCS Communications Ltd. on behalf of the Canadian Lymphedema Framework (CLF) and its provincial affiliates.
A three-day long event with over 100 presentations, workshops and seminars; this year’s ILF conference truly demonstrated the passion and dedication put forth by national frameworks and healthcare professionals alike.
................................................................... Managing the Psychosocial Aspects of Lymphedema Using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy skills towards better self-care
Editorial Board David Keast MD FCFP Winkle Kwan MD FRCPC Roanne Thomas PhD Anna Towers MD FCFP Lucette Wesley CIM Janice Yurick PT Editor Anna Kennedy Editorial Intern Nicole Boulet Advertising and Submissions We welcome your ideas, contributions, letters and ad copy. While all material is subject to Editorial Board approval, inclusion does not constitute an endorsement or reflection of the views and opinions of the CLF and its Editorial Board. Contents may not be reproduced without written permission of the Canadian Lymphedema Framework.
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Successful care of lymphedema starts with effective self-management. This research suggests that subtle changes in the behaviour and lifestyle of patients could revolutionize a patient’s perspective on living with lymphedema.
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Lymphedema Risk Assessment Guide
A practical check list to help determine your risk of developing or worsening lymphedema in your arms and/or legs.
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Encouraging the development of lymphedema management as part of home care services
A program based out of McGill University Health Centre mandates to educate, undertake clinical research, and promote standards of best care to lymphedema patients and healthcare professionals.
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Review of the 2014 ILF Conference: Glasgow, Scotland International collaboration in support of lymphedema research
Ask the Expert
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Surgery for lymphedema is often a final option and should be integrated into a full lymphedema service of early diagnosis, conservative treatment and effective follow up.
...................................................... LIMPRINT A research study The International Lymphoedema Framework has made progress on LIMPRINT, an exciting new research program designed to create tools to measure the impact of chronic edema, provide evidence for practice and to be a support mechanism for reimbursement.
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Life with Lymphedema A post breast cancer diagnosis of lymphedema inspired this patient’s will to promote research and proper care, to her province’s lymphedema association. Fa l l 2 0 1 4
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