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. Author manuscript; available in PMC: 2010 Jun 8.
Published in final edited form as: J Lymphoedema. 2007 Oct;2(2):12–21.

Table 3.

Particpants’ symptom management strategies

Recommended management techniques MLD/massage
Compression therapy
Pumps
Physical therapy
Elevation
Wrapping
Treatment by a healthcare professional
Pharmaceutical treatments Pain medications
Antibiotics
Gel
Neosporin®
Cortisone
Change chemotherapy
Lay symptom management techniques Drinking water
Using lotions and powder
Applying heat or ice treatment
Avoiding pressure
Wearing loose, comfortable clothes
Not using compression garments
Resting
Repositioning
Removing jewellery
Exercising