Enhancing Management of Chronic Pain and Symptoms Among Women Treated for Breast Cancer (Lymph-Flow)

"The-Optimal-Lymph-Flow ™ is a web-based educational and behavioral program focusing on self-care strategies to manage pain and symptoms related to lymphedema. The Optimal Lymph-Flow™ is the only evidence-based self-care program designed to effectively help women treated for breast cancer manage daily pain and symptoms related to lymphedema. Grounded in research-driven behavioral strategies, the program is premised on empowering, rather than inhibiting, how breast cancer survivors live their lives. It emphasizes what to do, rather than what to avoid. It features a safe, feasible and easily-integrated-into-daily-routine of exercises to promote lymph flow and drainage, as well as guidance to maintain an optimal BMI."

"The webpage also has a section entitled Arm Precautions, representing current patient education that emphasizes precautionary lifestyle behaviors, such as avoidance of repetitive limb movement, lifting weighted objects, needle punctures, blood draw, and the use of compression garments for air travel in the affected limb."