White Papers
White papers provide additional information on the treatment of lymphedema and how the Flexitouch system compares with other current options.
Title: “Simulated Manual Lymph Drainage Therapy in Home Treatment of Lymphedema”
Author: Kenneth Dedeker, MD; Irene Waldridge, CMT, MLD/CDPT
Abstract: The standard treatment for lymphedema is complete decongestive therapy (CDT). A key element of CDT is manual lymphatic drainage (MLD), an expensive and time-consuming therapy delivered in a clinic setting. Self-administered MLD is one aspect of ongoing home care following in-clinic therapy. Self-administered MLD can pose various drawbacks including poor compliance and inconsistent or ineffective technique.
The Flexitouch® system is a recent technology that administers therapy using the well-established methods and principles of MLD. It offers patients a consistent and effective in-home alternative to self-administered MLD therapy as part of their daily lymphedema care regimen. The Flexitouch mechanized therapy application ensures consistent therapy delivery that is not affected by the skill or energy level of the patient or caregiver. Patients and healthcare providers report remarkable results with the Flexitouch system.
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