Managing Leg Swelling
Learn how to manage leg swelling caused by lymphoedema through skin care, gentle exercise, lymph drainage, and hosiery for effective fluid reduction.
At St Margaret’s Hospice, we’re here to support everyone impacted by a life-limiting illness. Whether you’re a patient, carer, healthcare professional, or family member, we’ve gathered a range of resources, guidance, and educational programmes to help you navigate this journey with confidence and compassion.
Learn how to manage leg swelling caused by lymphoedema through skin care, gentle exercise, lymph drainage, and hosiery for effective fluid reduction.
Strategies for managing arm or breast swelling caused by lymphoedema with skin care, exercise, drainage techniques, and compression hosiery.
Lymphassist is a compression therapy system that uses a pump and multi-chamber garments to gently massage the limbs, improving lymph flow and reducing swelling.
Living with lymphoedema requires managing swelling, discomfort, and skin care through exercise, drainage, and compression garments.
Kinesio Taping is designed to enhance movement, reduce swelling, and support muscles by mimicking the natural activity of skin and muscles.
The lymphoedema service offers expert care for head and neck swelling, including skin care, exercise, lymph drainage, and compression garments.
Guidance on wearing compression hosiery to manage swelling and promote effective fluid movement.
A guide for patients and carers on using TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) for pain relief, including instructions for application, settings, care of electrodes, and safety precautions.
A guide for patients living with breathlessness, offering practical advice on managing shortness of breath, relaxation techniques, and ways to regain control over breathing and energy levels.