Hope for those challenged with Lymphedema

Lymphedema is the swelling, usually of an extremity, resulting from poor or abnormal drainage of fluid through the lymphatic system. Lymphedema is classified into two types: primary or secondary. Primary lymphedema is thought to result from an inherited abnormality of the lymphatic system such as hypoplasia (decreased number or size of lymphatic vessels) or
hyperplasia (too many lymphatic vessels which do not function properly). Secondary
lymphedema is the result of damaged or blocked lymphatic vessels caused by surgery, radiation
therapy, injury, limb paralysis, infection, or an inflammatory condition. Surgery combined with radiation therapy for breast cancer is a common cause of upper arm secondary lymphedema for women in the United States. Parasitic infections (filariasis) account for many cases of secondary lymphedema in tropical regions.


Lymphodema Testimonials (updated 12-2-10)
(These testimonials are not endorsed by Nikken. They are from people like you and me. We make NO MEDICAL CLAIMS -- and we do not claim to heal or cure)

From: rjsugar@sprintmail.com
I had someone who had great success with the necklace and bracelet for Lymphodema. She no longer has a 'funny' feeling in her hand, her arm and hand does not swell up, and she does not need the Lymphodema treatments or massage to keep her arm and hand from swelling. (She initially bought the necklace for headaches and stress in her neck and shoulders -- the necklace took care of these and then gave her the unexpected bonus of relieving the swelling.)
Joan
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From: Dillywarman@tesco.net
I recently spun the magboys around the area of the affected arm with amazing success. My friend has the usual Lymphoedema post her mastectomy two years ago. Having had the lymph glands removed as well, she has the classic very swollen upper/under arm due to the accumulation of the lymph, and very restricted movement in this arm. She attends a Lymphoedema clinic on a regular basis, with absolutely no results/benefits at all. I only spun the magboys for about three minutes. She felt the warmth, and when asked to see if it had made any difference, she was able to fully raise her arm for the first time since the operation was done over two years ago. It was totally amazing.
Dillian Warman
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From: http://www.wcdigest.com/members.htm
About 5 years ago I had 6 lymph nodes removed during a lumpectomy for breast cancer. I had numbness and swelling in my arm. Before Nikken I went for the therapeutic massage, but after I wear the Women's Bracelet. I drink PiMag Aqua Pour, which is a great help. I also use the Magboys to massage the arm and move the fluid to the thoracic area. I also sleep on the Sleep System. I very rarely have the swelling problem now.
Loretta
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From: http://www.wcdigest.com/members.htm
I recently used the PowerMag around the area of the affected arm with amazing success. My friend has the usual lymphedema post her mastectomy two years ago. Having had the lymph glands removed as well, she has the classic swollen upper/under arm due to the accumulation of the lymph, and very restricted movement in this arm. She attends a clinic on a regular basis with absolutely no results/benefits at all. I only used the PowerMag for about three minutes. She felt the warmth, and when asked to see if it had made any difference, she was able to fully raise her arm for the first time since the operation was done over two years ago. It was totally amazing.
Dillian
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From: www.wcdigest.com
My sister was helped simply by wearing Magsteps. After three weeks her stiff swollen leg was normal again. This Lymphedema was caused by five years of surgeries, chemo and radiation. The straw that broke the camel's back was radiation to her pelvis and thigh area.
Nancy