Use Of Complete Decongestive Therapy And A Task-Oriented Approach In Treating Secondary Lymphedema And Improving Ambulation In A Patient Following A Stroke: A Case Report
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53 year old female developed lower extremity lymphedema following a CVA Right sided hemiparesis, decreased range of motion and decreased strength in the right lower extremity, and increased tone and spasticity throughout the right upper and lower extremity Decreased strength, impaired balance (Tinetti), and increased limb heaviness affected her ambulation and ADL’s Interventions Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT): 1.Skin Care: Keeping the edematous limb clean, dry, and moisturized with a lotion of a neutral pH. 2.Compression: Application of compression bandages below the knee on the right consisting of tricofix, foam wrapping, and short stretch bandages (6,8,and 10 cm wide).
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