{"product_id":"the-complete-lymphedema-management-and-nutrition-guide-empowering-strategies-supporting-recipes-and-therapeutic-exercises-paperback","title":"The Complete Lymphedema Management and Nutrition Guide: Empowering Strategies, Supporting Recipes and Therapeutic Exercises - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJean Lamantia\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eAnn Dimenna\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eEwa Szumacher\u003c\/b\u003e (Foreword by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eEmpowering strategies to improve lymphedema with therapeutic exercises and supporting recipes.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Lymphedema treatment is an expanding topic on a condition that has been historically misunderstood and underdiagnosed. The condition is characterized by fluid retention and chronic swelling that significantly impacts the daily lives of approximately 10 million North Americans. It can be caused by infection, injury or genetic disorder and may occur as a complication of cancer treatment. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Lymphedema Management and Nutrition Guide\u003c\/i\u003e, physiotherapist Ann DiMenna and dietitian Jean LaMantia share their expert knowledge of the condition, explaining its link with diet and exercise. Together they offer lifestyle adjustments and self-management strategies that may help those living with lymphedema gain control of their conditions, lessen their symptoms and improve the overall quality of their lives. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e This is an essential guide for anyone experiencing symptoms of lymphedema. The book includes expert information on underlying causes, symptoms, effective treatments and therapeutic exercises supported by both clinical and scientific research. It offers a friendly, easy-to-understand approach with step-by-step photographs and illustrations along with supplementary videos hosted on the authors' site. It also delivers over fifty recipes to support an anti-inflammatory diet characterized by low sodium, low fat, adequate fluid and sufficient protein. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Jean LaMantia, RD, is a registered dietitian, cancer survivor and bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Essential Cancer Treatment Nutrition Guide and Cookbook\u003c\/i\u003e. She provides nutrition counseling and leads nutrition seminars in her private practice. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Ann DiMenna, PT, CDT (Complete Decongestive Therapist) is a trained physiotherapist with extensive years of clinical experience, including private practice, inpatient hospital and home care. She is an active member of the Lymphedema Association of Ontario and a regular attendee of conferences on lymphedema. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 288\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 x 9.8 x 6.9 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 20, 2019\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51757415924000,"sku":"9780778806271","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/81a649a02ebb1cd7d2945b06732d453e.webp?v=1780102012","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-complete-lymphedema-management-and-nutrition-guide-empowering-strategies-supporting-recipes-and-therapeutic-exercises-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}