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Research: EVRARD BRAS and colleague
Listed in Issue 61
Abstract
EVRARD BRAS and colleagues, Service de Medecine B et Angiologie Hopital Saint-Eloi, Montpellier, France reviewed the effectiveness of manual physiotherapy (lymphatic drainage) for the treatment of chronic circulatory stasis of the lower limbs .
Background
Manual lymphatic drainage for chronic venous and lymphatic stasis of the lower limbs consists of manipulations of the limb to aid movement of lymph and its resorption into lymphatic vessels and ultimately the venous circulation.
Methodology
Results
Conclusion
Manual lymphatic drainage is the best treatment, when combined with other supporting techniques, for chronic venous and lymphatic stasis of the lower limbs . Its main use is in primary and secondary lymphoedema, but it is also useful in chronic venous disease, and in certain cases of acute venous thrombosis and traumatic or post-traumatic pain .
References
Evrard Bras M et al. Drainage lymphatique manuel (Manual lymphatic drainage). La Revue du Practicien 50 (11): 1199-203. Jun 2000.
