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Anyone Else Using Lymphedema Pump On Both Legs? What Has Your Experience Been?

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Albany, NY

I am committed to two hours a day, one hr in morning and one hr in night,sitting in my recliner with wraps on. Fatigue has been a result up to this point. My doctor said to stick it out and make it beyond the fatigue. The muscles are not use to working as pump is making them. Once they have reached that level on a regular basis the fatigue will decrease a great deal.

October 23
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A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Barb K why are you on a lymphedema pump ? Have you had abdominal surgery? I taught on lymphedema . Sometimes with the pump you can do more harm than good . Are you using a compression stockings? Jobst /Juzo/Medi or Sigvaris are the true compression monitored by the government all else are not a true compression even if they say they are . Let me know how I can help . Tomorrow I’m leaving for Cleveland to have my second open heart ♥️ I’ll keep you in my prayers .

October 23
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

I have other physical problems with my legs for which compression socks created too much pain. My vascular doctor who ordered this is well aware of my other conditions. My GI doctor told me to get to the other side I need to hang in there as toxins are removed from my body. I appreciate your input and pray your surgery and recovery go well.

October 24
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Thanks for the information lymphedema pumps. Kay8😃
Have a fast recovery on your open heart surgery. Kay8💖

October 24
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Thanks!😊

October 23
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

I hope it gets better. Keep in touch. Sending u a hug and loads of love ❤️ Kay8

October 23

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