I walked into a physical therapy evaluation 2 days ago for lymphedema and post surgery muscle strengthening. They poked a bit to check out my framework, and analyzed my posture..........which I thought was good until that point! Now I know that one leg is 3/8" longer than the other, and my back muscles need some serious strengthening! Hello to honesty!
Today I walked into physical therapy for my first session. I didn't know what to expect. I definitely didn't know I would need to put on a gown and get massaged by an Italian man! It was pretty funny.
He was extremely proper in making sure not to overstretch me. Every time I flintched, he considered my pain. He might think I'm a little "off" for not complaining. I suppose after 7 surgeries, one learns to have a high threshold for pain.
I did learn a great deal about the lymphatic system, and how simple massaging can help tremendously with circulation to thus avoid lymphedema.
Lymphedema is swelling of the lymph passages - (a.k.a.) Lymphatic obstruction, a blockage of the lymph nodes (vessels that drain fluid from tissues throughout the body and allow immune cells to travel where they are needed).
Just when I thought I knew everything about cancer and after effects..........they tell me something new. Go figure!
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