Compression garments / lymphoedema / sports sleeves

Hi All,

 

I do not have lymphoedema and am eager to keep it this way, though I do have alterred sensations in my arm & a feeling of fullness in the axilla with occassional swelling of hand. Even before my diagnosis I was prone to swelling of extremities in hotter weather.

 

Has anyone ever asked their Lymphoedema nurse about the use of sports sleeves? If you have recognised lymphoedema I can see this would probably not be an option as the graduated compression sleeves are the gold standard…

 

I also know about LympheDIVAs & their range.

 

Looking on the Lymphoedema Support Network i found their site tricky to navigate.

 

Eager to hear your thoughts,

 

LL

Hi Lexilou3

Whilst waiting for replies, maybe you could call our free helpline and talk through your concerns with one of the staff who are there to support you. The number is 0808 800 6000 and lines open 9-5 weekdays and 10-2 Saturday.

Best wishes

June, moderator