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.
For more information, please contact the Clinic; if you would like to place an order, use our order form.
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. |
For more information, please contact the Clinic; if you would like to place an order, use our order form.
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. |
For more information, please contact the Clinic; if you would like to place an order, use our order form.
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.
For more information, please contact the Clinic; if you would like to place an order, use our order form.
