Learn about lymphedema, from its causes and symptoms to the diverse treatment approaches used by physical therapy, orthopedics, plastic surgery, and oncology to manage and improve this condition. We continue with Dr. Priscila Rojas, a plastic surgeon with more than 10 years of experience and who has her practice in Cancun.
In the second part of this episode, Dr. Ruiz explains lymphedema from an orthopedic perspective, exploring the main causes related to trauma, orthopedic surgeries and injuries that affect the lymphatic system.
Most common symptoms of lymphedema:
Swelling, Inflammation, Lymph Nodes, Stiffness, Plastic Surgery
Other specialties, in addition to plastic surgery, offer different approaches to reducing swelling and preventing long-term complications. Find out all about lymphedema in our four-part series!
•Part 1-4 Lymphedema: Treatment in physiotherapy: See more
•Part 2-4 Lymphedema: Treatment in orthopedics: See more
•Part 4-4 Lymphedema: Treatment in oncology: See more