LYMPHOEDEMA

2. The process of raising an affected limb to reduce swelling.
7. The system responsible for draining excess fluids and filtering waste from the body’s tissues.
9. A type of compression therapy that involves sequentially inflating and deflating a sleeve to promote lymph flow.
11. What is the name of the LAA's awareness campaign?
12. A physical therapy technique involving gentle movements to improve lymphatic function.
13. A type of walking exercise often used in lymphoedema.
14. A professional specializing in the treatment of lymphoedema and other related conditions.
18. Appled to the skin to moisturise.
19. The process of applying gentle pressure to the affected area to improve lymph flow.

1. This is important to encourage lymphatic flow throughout the body.
3. A method of managing lymphoedema involving the careful application of pressure.
4. A common complication of untreated lymphoedema, characterized by skin infection.
5. What month is lymphoedema awareness month?
6. A type of specialized fabric used to make garments for managing lymphoedema.
8. A term used to describe garments that help manage lymphoedema by applying consistent pressure.
10. What city is the LAA's October information day being held in?
15. A type of swelling caused by lymph fluid accumulation.
16. A type of exercise.
17. A type of physical activity beneficial for managing lymphoedema, often done in water.