Marquette, MI – June 14, 2022 – On our latest Active Physical Therapy update, Cassie Ford, DPT, joined us from the Marquette clinic to discuss the condition of Lymphedema.
Ford spoke about this condition and how it can be treated with Mark & Walt in the Morning.
Ford started with an explanation about what the lymphatic system is in your body and what it does, saying it is a part of your immune system and consists of tissues, vessels, and organs that carry lymph fluid, nutrients, and waste between the body tissues and blood stream.
She then explained what lymphedema is, it’s various types and stages, causes and symptoms to watch for.
Ford also outlined the most used treatments for lymphedema, including compression therapy, exercise intervention and self and long-term management.
She closed with saying that if you suspect you may have lymphedema to contact you doctor. Another options she mentioned was to could contact her at (906) 226-0574 or online at www.stayactiveup.com for a short consultation to help determine a plan of action.
-mediaBrew Communications
