Nanticoke Rehabilitation Services hosts lymphedema support groups on the second Monday of each month at the Nanticoke Training Center from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm.

This free support group is open to anyone affected by lymphedema including patients, caregivers, and relatives. Meetings will consist of a lecture by health care professionals and medical equipment providers followed by refreshments and an open question and answer session or discussion among participants. Registration is not required.

Lymphedema is an abnormal collection of high-protein fluid just beneath the skin that occurs most commonly in the limbs. The condition can be caused by a variety of factors including family history, damaged lymph vessels, lymph node removal, infection, or radiation therapy. Lymphedema causes swelling which may create movement limitation, and leaves patients at higher risks for wounds and infections. Lymphedema is a chronic condition with specific manual treatments, skin care, compression pumps, wraps, and exercises.

For more information about this support group or other services provided by Nanticoke Rehabilitation Services, call 302-629-6224 or visit www.nanticoke.org/rehabilitation.