#8: Compression Garments 101 for Lymphedema or Lipedema

NorthStar Physical Therapy

Hey there, welcome to the NorthStar Physical Therapy podcast!
I am your host, Dr. Shirlea North and I dive into lymphedema, lipedema, and various pelvic health dysfunctions. My goal is to provide to you a better way to understand these conditions so that you empower yourself with knowledge to advocate for yourself. Let NorthStar Physical Therapy guide and navigate you on your journey to optimal health!
In this episode, we will be talking about the basics about compression garments for lymphedema and lipedema. As a Physical Therapist and a Certified Lymphedema Therapist, this is something I talk about, educate, and help prescribe all the time. This is to make sure your Lymphatic system is optimized and can help reduce further issues or to prevent one from happening!
Let’s discuss:

• Introduction to the topic
• What you need to know about getting compression garments
• Simple considerations on getting compression garments for Lymphedema
• Types and options as to compression garments for Lymphedema
• Other areas of our body that need compression garments
• Compression garments for Lipedema
• Medical Grade Compression Garments
• Certified Lymphedema Therapists can guide you on the best compression garment to get
• Getting Medical Grade Compression Garments are an investment
• Summary

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