Foot and Ankle Swelling Treatment by a Lymphedema Physical Therapist: Ways to Reduce Leg Swelling

Foot and ankle swelling are very common and can be caused by many different things. Leg Swelling can be from Leg lymphedema, venous swelling, lipedema, or other reasons. Ankle Swelling or Feet Swelling can all cause pain and skin changes as well and is something that many will need to address in their life.
In this video, I go through the main foot and ankle swelling treatment. I will explain what leg swelling treatment options are most important and effective!

𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗟𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗵𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗗𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗼𝘂𝘁?
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Compression Garments I spoke about in this video:
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Popular off-the-shelf, flat knit stockings:
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Anklets:
Juzo Anklet (Open-Toe Option) (only $15 with code!): https://bit.ly/33zDJQJ
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Elastomull for toes (2 inch, folded): https://bit.ly/3tFYhS9
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00:00 Intro
00:44 Personal Needs and Safety concerns
01:17 Treatment #1
02:09 Treatment #2 (for injuries!)
02:35 Treatment #3...so crucial
06:36 Treatment #4... 2nd most important
08:09 Treatment #5
09:16 Treatment #6


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Other Lymphatic Drainage Videos:
Head and Neck: https://youtu.be/VQdLZ26r-rU
Left Leg: https://youtu.be/_TCEAQL5LLE
Right Leg: https://youtu.be/3vEhZ3iyfdE
Chest/Breast: https://youtu.be/zSXIcxwkc6A
Trunk and General: https://youtu.be/6laR5c_y2IA


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Disclosure: Links included in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you. Thank you for your support!

*I am a physical therapist, but not your physical therapist. Although I do monitor comments, I cannot respond to personal medical questions. Please know that these are questions for your own doctor or provider as this is general information only. Thanks!

DISCLAIMER
THE CONTENT OF THIS VIDEO DOES NOT REPLACE THE CARE OF PHYSICAL THERAPISTS OR OTHER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS. THIS VIDEO CONTENT IS IN NO WAY TO BE CONSTRUED OR SUBSTITUTED AS PHYSICAL THERAPY OR ANY OTHER TYPE MEDICAL ADVICE, BUT IS FOR GENERAL EDUCATION aND DEMONSTRATION ONLY. THESE MOVES MAY NOT BE APPROPRIATE FOR YOUR SPECIFIC SITUATION, SO GET APPROVAL AND GUIDANCE FROM YOUR OWN HEALTHCARE PROVIDER BEFORE BEGINNING. PERFORM AT YOUR OWN RISK. DON'T USE THIS CONTENT TO SELF-DIAGNOSE OR SELF-TREAT ANY HEALTH, MEDICAL, OR PHYSICAL CONDITION. YOU AGREE TO HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFY CANCER REHAB PT LLC FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES INJURIES, OR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY AND ALL CLAIMS THAT ARISE FROM YOUR USE OR MISUSE OF THIS CONTENT.ALL CONTENT OR RECOMMENDATIONS ON THE COMPANY’S WEBSITE, SOCIAL MEDIA, BLOG, OR EMAIL SERIES AND CANCER REHAB PT LLC's COMMENTS ARE EXPRESSIONS OF OPINION ONLY.

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