Lymphedema In-Home Care
The main symptom of Lymphedema is persistent swelling, usually of the arm or leg. Home Health Aides providing Lymphedema in-home care are trained to use compression stockings or wraps for the affected arm or leg, according to doctors’ instructions. To avoid complications, care providers are vigilant about the patient’s skin care and hygiene.
The care provider can assist patients with activities of daily living, such as:
Bathing
Dressing
Toileting
Personal hygiene
Transferring
Ambulating (walking)
Continence care and feeding (as needed by the patient and recommended by their physician)
Medication reminders
Run errands
Light housekeeping
Accompany to doctor’s appointments
Monitor for gross behavioral changes
Help to maintain safety
Passive exercises
Skilled care