Title

The Importance Of Managing Psychosocial Health: A Case Study

Author(s)

Mary Insana Fisher, University of DaytonFollow
Harold L. Merriman, University of DaytonFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-2014

Publication Source

Lymphlink

Abstract

Managing the physical aspects of lymphedema requires an individual to be committed to daily treatment of this chronic condition. Performing manual lymph drainage, using compression bandaging or compression garments, exercising, and caring for the skin all take time and a high level of dedication. This commitment to self-care can be emotionally and psychologically exhausting.

When coupled with other emotional stressors in a patient’s life, successful treatment of lymphedema is challenging. We present a case demonstrating how the physical and psychological aspects of care interplay, and, when well-managed, can positively affect the outcome.

Document Version

Published Version

Comments

Article Included in repository with the permission of the National Lymphedema Network. Permission documentation is on file.

Publisher

National Lymphedema Network

Volume

26

Issue

1

Keywords

lymphedema, patient care, stress, self-care

eCommons Citation

Fisher, Mary Insana and Merriman, Harold L., "The Importance Of Managing Psychosocial Health: A Case Study" (2014). Physical Therapy Faculty Publications. 23.
https://ecommons.udayton.edu/dpt_fac_pub/23