2. The importance and challenges of compression therapy in adults and children with lymphedema

Presented by: Nele Devoogdt

In the first part of the presentation, the scientific evidence, and practical implications of applying compression materials and systems, such as multilayer bandages, therapeutic compression garments and Velcro bandages for the treatment of adults with lymphoedema will be discussed. The second part of the presentation will focus on the application of compression in children.

Session objectives 

1.     To improve the knowledge of the scientific evidence of compression therapy in adults and children with lymphedema.

2.     To improve the insights about the different compression materials and systems that can be applied in adults with lymphedema.

3.     To improve the insights about the different compression materials and systems that can be applied in children with lymphedema.

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This session is made possible through support from medi Canada.