Expanding Your Practice: Incorporating Head and Neck Lymphedema

Up to 90% of head and neck cancer survivors develop lymphedema (LE). Physical therapist Shelly Ryan explains how you can begin treating head and neck lymphedema (HNL) in addition to lymphedema of the extremities.

• HNL symptoms are markedly different from extremity LE.
• Averting fibrosis is a major treatment goal.
• Evidence supports Flexitouch® for at-home HNL management.