A Day in the Life of a Certified Lymphedema Therapist
What does a Certified Lymphedema Therapist actually do during a typical workday?
The answer is more varied than many healthcare professionals expect.
Lymphedema Therapy in Oncology Rehab: Why Cancer Care Teams Need CLTs
A CLT is trained to evaluate and manage lymphedema using specialized skills such as manual lymph drainage, compression bandaging, skin care education, exercise instruction, garment recommendations, risk-reduction strategies, and long-term self-management planning. For oncology rehab programs, having CLTs on the team can improve continuity of care, help patients recognize symptoms earlier, and support survivors through a complex and often emotional recovery process.
How to Measure and Track Limb Volume in Lymphedema Patients
This guide reviews why limb volume tracking matters, the most common measurement methods, how therapists can improve consistency, and how measurement data can be used to support better outcomes for patients with lymphedema.
Phlebolymphedema: The Overlooked Condition Every Therapist Should Understand
When a patient presents with chronic lower-extremity swelling, many healthcare providers immediately think of either venous insufficiency or lymphedema. However, a growing number of patients are actually experiencing a combination of both conditions—a disorder known as phlebolymphedema.
GLP-1 Medications, Weight Loss, and Lymphedema: What We Know So Far
In this article, we'll explore what GLP-1 medications are, how obesity affects the lymphatic system, what current research suggests, and what therapists should know when treating patients using these medications.
Summer and Lymphedema: How Heat, Humidity, and Climate Affect Symptoms
This article explores why summer can make lymphedema symptoms worse, what warning signs patients should watch for, and practical strategies that can make lymphedema more manageable during hot and humid weather.
Lipedema vs. Lymphedema: How to Spot the Difference, Get a Proper Diagnosis, and Find Relief
Lipedema and lymphedema are often confused conditions that cause limb swelling. Lipedema is a fat-storage disorder primarily affecting women, while lymphedema results from lymphatic damage and can affect anyone. Early diagnosis is essential for effective treatment, and understanding key differences can help patients advocate for proper care and management strategies.
Venous Insufficiency 101: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention
Venous insufficiency—often called chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) or venous reflux disease—occurs when leg veins can’t push blood back to the heart efficiently. Faulty one-way valves allow blood to pool in the lower limbs, leading to swelling, aching, skin damage and, in advanced cases, non-healing ulcers. The condition affects up to 40% of adults, yet many people dismiss the early warning signs until complications develop. This evidence-based guide covers everything you need to know: how to spot CVI, why it happens, and the most effective ways to treat and prevent it.
CLT vs CLT-LANA: What’s the Difference? (LANA Standards, Requirements, Exam Pathway & Renewal)
If you’re researching lymphedema credentials—either as a clinician planning your next step or as a patient trying to choose a provider—you’ll see two terms constantly: CLT and CLT-LANA.
This guide breaks down the differences and gives you a clear, step-by-step understanding of LANA training standards, exam requirements, and recertification.
Head and Neck Exercises to Help Reduce Lymphedema Swelling
Lymphedema is a chronic condition that arises when the lymphatic system, a crucial part of our immune and…