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Please say hello to our February Feature Therapist, Sam Deakin MPT, CLT-LANA! You can find her at @lymph_physio_sam. Q: What is your practice setting and what population do you treat? A: I work in private practice out of my home clinic and work with clients for cancer rehabilitation and lymphedema management. Q: What tip can you give other lymphedema therapists for treating cancer-related lymphedema? A: Work on your own self-care. Make sure you are doing what you need to for your mental and physical health. Cancer and lymphedema are very emotionally heavy areas of work; we work with our patients for a long time and get to know them well. You end up riding the rollercoaster of emotions that come with these conditions with every patient, and you need to look after yourself so that you don't get stuck on that rollercoaster. Look after you first so you don't burnout. Q: What is one thing you wish everyone knew about cancer-related lymphedema? A: For more cancer patients to know about it in the first place, what it is, how it develops, what the early signs and symptoms are, how to reduce their risk, and how to get back to exercise safely. There's a lot of inconsistency in the level of information given to patients undergoing cancer treatment and I unfortunately end up seeing people after lymphedema has already developed because they weren't educated about it. Q: What are some of the benefits you have seen among patients using pneumatic compression devices? A: It's a great addition to maintenance at home. I encourage people to continue to have follow ups throughout the year with me so that I can re-evaluate their self-management and see if any changes are needed. Thank you, Sam, for your dedication to working with cancer survivors! #lymphedemarehab #lymphedema #lymphedematreatment #lymphedematherapist #physicaltherapist

In honor of World Lymphedema Day, thank you! Your advocacy for education, resources, and treatment options for patients with lymphedema helps those around the world receive the best care they need. Continue supporting this community by listening to and sharing their stories: https://buff.ly/4h5GZH4

Although examination and treatment of breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) typically focuses on arm swelling, edema in the breast, axilla, and back is also common and needs to be addressed. ?? Learn how the @tactilemedical advanced pneumatic compression device can treat BCRL by clicking here: https://buff.ly/3DKDyrn #lymphedemarehab #lymphedema #breastcancer #breastcancerlymphedema #lymphedemaawareness #lymphedematherapist

Meet Eric, who developed lymphedema after cancer treatment. His life was transformed when he began using the Flexitouch Plus. Discover if the Flexitouch Plus is right for your patients by clicking here to learn more: https://buff.ly/3PmnHQj

Tailored and person-centered communication from lymphedema therapists can help patients feel less isolated, foster hope, have a better understanding of their condition, and improve self-efficacy. ?? What strategies do you use to educate your patients? Comment below! Source: Donlan P, et al. 2021. Rehabilitation Oncology. DOI: 10.1097/01.REO.0000000000000228 #lymphedemarehab #lymphedema #lymphedemaawareness #lymphedematherapist

Meet Eric M., a cancer survivor who overcame the challenges of lymphedema. The swelling in Eric’s legs made everyday activities challenging. When he began using the Flexitouch, it was a life-changing transformation that helped him restore his pre-cancer strength and mobility. Now, Eric enjoys biking, grocery shopping, cooking, and going on walks. As National Cancer Prevention Month comes to a close, we want to honor cancer patients like Eric, who exemplify remarkable courage and continue to inspire us every day. Click to hear Eric’s full story: https://buff.ly/3Qi1uoM

Internal lymphedema associated with head and neck cancer can be visually assessed and documented using the Revised Patterson Scale in combination with Flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES). ?? To see internal swelling, click here: https://buff.ly/3X6I4aq #lymphedemarehab #lymphedema #headandneckcancer #hnc #lymphedematherapist #lymphedemaawareness #speechtherapist

We are excited to announce the promotion of Aaron Snodgrass to Senior Vice President of Sales! Aaron is a 10-year Tactile veteran, having served in various sales and sales leadership roles, most recently as one of our Area Vice Presidents. He has a proven track record of sales performance and brings well-developed skills in creating, implementing, and executing sales and channel strategies, as well as building high performance sales teams. He possesses a thorough understanding of our business and opportunities, and he’s already earned an incredible sense of followership within the field sales team, as well as internal teams. We’re pleased to have him join our senior leadership team.

In a clinical study, patients managing their lymphedema with a pneumatic compression device like Nimbl experienced multiple benefits. Learn more about our latest innovation: https://buff.ly/4gkBX9f

We are proud to sponsor LE&RN’s 2025 Virtual Lymphatic Summit dedicated to educating both patients and providers about lymphatic disease. Together as a community, we believe we can make a difference!??