Lymphedema Information

Lymphedema refers to swelling that generally occurs in one of your arms or legs. Although lymphedema tends to affect just one arm or leg, sometimes both arms or both legs may be swollen.

Lymphedema is caused by a blockage in your lymphatic system, an important part of your immune and circulatory systems. The blockage prevents lymph fluid from draining well, and as the fluid builds up, the swelling continues.

There is no cure for lymphedema, but it can be controlled. Controlling lymphedema involves diligent care of the affect extremity.

You are invited to review additional sections within this website to better understand Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Stages, Treatments, Complications and Coping & Support.

Informational Studies

Remarx Medical Services has gathered a collection of studies conducted on the topics of Lymphedema, compression therapy/compression devices, compression of the extremities, and lymphatic and venous disorders.