Publications

There are four informative publications specifically written for people
with lymphoedema or who are at risk of developing lymphoedema
available from the clinic.

For therapsists, there are superb wall charts showing the lymphatic
territories and watersheds.

Read on to find out more about these publications.

Living With Lymphoedema: A handbook for patients

By Michael Mason MCSP FSMA

This excellent handbook, now in its third edition, has been written
specifically for lymphoedema patients and those at risk of developing
lymphoedema.

It gives important information about the lymphatic system, the
condition of lymphoedema, its treatment and helpful advice about how
to live, travel and sleep with the condition. It also provides particular
advice to patients with arm and leg lymphoedema, patient exercise
routines and an insight into the psychological aspects of the condition.

Written by Michael Mason, this essential resource for both patients and
therapists is available from the Clinic.

Exercises for Lymphoedema of the Arm: A handbook for patients

By Michael Mason MCSP FSMA

One of the four components of Complex Physical Therapy treatment for
lymphoedema is a suitable exercise programme.

This handbook provides patients with a number of clearly illustrated
graduated exercises which cater for all ages and all levels of physical
fitness and include some self-massage techniques.

The exercises are presented in 4 groups:

Group 1 exercises for patients with lymphoedema of the arm who are
wearing bandages. These exercises are used during Phase 1 of
treatment of CPT when there is a restriction of movement in the arm
due to the firmness of the bandages.

Groups 1, 2 and 3 for patients with lymphoedema of the arm who are
wearing a sleeve. during Phase 2.

These are graded in order of difficulty, Group 1 being the easiest and
Group 3 the hardest.

It also provides information about the condition of lymphoedema and
advice to help patients in their daily lives as well as being of assistance
to therapists in organising exercise programmes for their patients.

Exercises for Lymphoedema of the Leg: A handbook for patients

By Michael Mason MCSP FSMA

One of the four components of Complex Physical Therapy treatment for
lymphoedema is a suitable exercise programme.

This handbook provides patients with a number of clearly illustrated
graduated exercises which cater for all ages and all levels of physical
fitness and include some self-massage techniques.

The exercises are presented in 4 groups:

Group 1 exercises for patients with lymphoedema of the leg who are
wearing bandages. These exercises are used during Phase 1 of
treatment of CPT when there is a restriction of movement in the leg due
to the firmness of the bandages.

Groups 1, 2 and 3 for patients with lymphoedema of the leg who are
wearing a stocking during Phase 2.

These are graded in order of difficulty, Group 1 being the easiest and
Group 3 the hardest.

It also provides information about the condition of lymphoedema and
advice to help patients in their daily lives as well as being of assistance
to therapists in organising exercise programmes for their patients.

Self Massage and Exercise Routine Pamphlets

By Michael Mason MCSP FSMA

Self-massage and exercise routine pamphlets are available from the
clinic. Simply send a stamped self-addressed business size envelope to
order your free booklet any of the following:

* Lymphoedema of the left arm
* Lymphoedema of the right arm
* Lymphoedema of both arms
* Lymphoedema of the left leg
* Lymphoedema of the right leg
* Lymphoedema of both legs

Lymphatic Territories Charts

By Michael Mason MCSP FSMA

A set of four laminated colour charts each measuring 410mm x 290mm
are also available from the clinic. There are two of upper limbs and two
of lower limbs, anterior and posterior views. Each chart shows the
lymphatic territories and watersheds as designated by Professor Kubik.

For therapists, these charts are a superb visual aid and a convenient
method of demonstrating the theory of complex physical therapy (CPT)
massage to patients and partners for home massage.