Retrograde massage for edema handout

    • What is retrograde massage and how can it help?

      What is retrograde massage? Retrograde massage is a type of massage technique that can help to disperse oedema and to encourage blood flow in the hand. This, in turn, can help to improve movement in the hand. What do I do?


    • How do you get rid of oedema in your hand?

      Massage Retrograde massage is another way of reducing oedema in your hand. Position your hand on pillows or hold your hand in the air with the elbow resting on a table. Apply lotion to the hand. Begin at your finger tips and use firm pressure with long, smooth strokes to rub down your fingers towards the hand and wrist. Active Use


    • How do I massage my lymphedema?

      • Place your hand on your hip on the side that has lymphedema. • Gently massage from the outside of your hip (beside your hip bone) using several small strokes. Massage upward along the side of your body to your underarm. • Gently stretch the skin as far as it goes naturally and release.


    • What is a manual lymph drainage massage?

      Manual Lymph Drainage, or Lymphatic massage gently stretches the skin and helps move fluid away from an area that is swollen to areas of the body where the lymphatic system has not been affected by cancer treatment. Lymphatic massage is very different from deep muscle massage.


    • What can a retrograde massage do for oedema?

      What is retrograde massage? Retrograde massage is a type of massage technique that can help to disperse oedema and to encourage blood flow in the hand. This, in turn, can help to improve movement in the hand. What do I do?


    • How does self-massage help with lymphedema?

      How does self-massage help with lymphedema? Manual Lymph Drainage, or MLD, is a gentle skin massage that helps move extra fluid from an area that is swollen (or is at risk of becoming swollen), into an area where the lymph nodes are working properly. This is done by stimulating contractions of lymphatic vessels.


    • How does a manual lymph drainage massage work?

      Manual Lymph Drainage, or MLD, is a special type of gentle massage that helps move extra fluid from an area that is swollen (or is at risk of becoming swollen), into an area where the lymph nodes are working properly. This is done by stimulating contractions of lymphatic vessels.


    • [PDF File]How to Do Self Lymphatic Massage on Your Upper Body

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      Try different ways to make self-massage a part of your routine. Some people prefer to do self-massage while they are watching TV or having a shower so that it does not take time away from their day. Other people prefer to use self massage as time for themselves or as part of their relaxation routine. Steps 1 – 4 stimulate your lymph system 1.

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    • [PDF File]Self Lymphatic Leg Massage - Aurora Health Care

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      Self leg massage. 1. Clear nodes at neck. Self Lymphatic Leg Massage. 1a. This can be done most effectively one side at a time, using the palm of . your hand and gently stroking (1a). This also can be done using both hands simultaneously in a “choke” type hold (1b). • Place opposite hand to opposite side of neck with fingers, palm-side along

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    • [PDF File]An Evidence Based Occupational Therapy Toolkit for ...

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      Edema Management •Encourage active, active assisted and passive movement •Consider retrograde massage •Educate re: positioning and elevation •Use compression techniques •Assess need for custom or pre-fabricated splint •Encourage active movement •Consider retrograde massage •Educate re: positioning and elevation •Use compression

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    • [PDF File]How to Do Self Lymphatic Massage on Your Lower …

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      • Massage towards areas of your body that have not been treated for cancer. • Make sure you are comfortable while doing the massage. You can try a seated, standing or lying down position. • Try to do self-massage every day. • If you need to do the massage on both sides of your body, start on one side of your body and go through each step.

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    • [PDF File]Acute Hand Oedema Management - Metro North Health

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      Retrograde massage Massage with light slow strokes beginning over the surface of all fingers and thumb, down through your knuckles, back of hand and gradually moving up your wrist and arm towards your chest. Cold Pack Apply cold pack in a towel for 15-20 minutes, every 2 hours over the injury site. DON’T

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    • [PDF File]Edema Management Handout - Hand Foundation

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      Edema Management Handout 2015 Bryan A Spinelli, PT, MS, OCS, CLT-LANA Traditional Edema Management – Elevation – Exercise – Massage – Modalities – Compression (Tubigrip, edema gloves) Complete Decongestive Therapy Phase I: Reduction Phase • Skin and Nail Care • Manual Lymphatic Drainage • Compression Bandaging • Exercise

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    • [PDF File]Retrograde Massage Patient Info

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      Retrograde massage - patient information Author: Sarah de Mars Subject: You can use retrograde massage to reduce swelling that has collected as a result of injury. You can gradually reduce swelling by massaging from your fingertips in the direction of your wrist and forearm. Keywords: wrist massage Created Date: 20191024094548+01'00'

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    • [PDF File]Controlling Swelling in Your Hand Occupational Therapy

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      Massage Retrograde massage is another way of reducing oedema in your hand. Position your hand on pillows or hold your hand in the air with the elbow resting on a table. Apply lotion to the hand. Begin at your finger tips and use firm pressure with long, smooth strokes to rub down your fingers towards the hand and wrist. Active Use

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    • [PDF File]Oedema Management Techniques - Retrograde …

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      Retrograde massage is a type of massage technique that can help to disperse oedema and to encourage blood flow in the hand. This, in turn, can help to improve movement in the hand. What do I do? Rest your hand on flat surface e.g.; table or armrest. If possible, try to have your hand

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    • [PDF File]Oedema Management Techniques - Retrograde Massage

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      What is retrograde massage? Retrograde massage is a type of massage technique that can help to disperse oedema and to encourage blood flow in the hand. This, in turn, can help to improve movement in the hand. What do I do? Rest your hand on flat surface e.g.; table or armrest. If possible, try to have your hand

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    • Hand and Wrist Swelling Management

      4. Retrograde Massage: Massage can help reduce swelling. -based moisturising cream. To start, massage down all your fingers in one direction starting at your fingertips. Then massage up your palm through your finger spaces and down the back of your hand and forearm, finishing at your elbow. Then massage up your palm through your finger

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    • [PDF File]Edema Management Handout - Hand Foundation

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      Edema Management Handout 2015 Bryan A Spinelli, PT, MS, OCS, CLT-LANA Traditional Edema Management – Elevation – Exercise – Massage – Modalities – Compression (Tubigrip, edema gloves) Complete Decongestive Therapy Phase I: Reduction Phase • Skin and Nail Care • Manual Lymphatic Drainage • Compression Bandaging • Exercise

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    • [PDF File]Hand Therapy Handout - Allied Health Education

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      Edema control • Coban wrap fingers • Isotoner glove • Elevation –review day and night positions • Retrograde massage Closed Reduction Distal Radius Fracture A/PROM •Joint blocking •Individual tendon gliding •Gentle passive stretch to extrinsic flexors and extensors •Functional hand activities Closed Reduction Distal Radius ...

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