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Social Connectedness for Lymphedema and Vascular Disease

Explore the healing power of social connections for lymphedema and vascular disease patients and its effects on physical and mental health.

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Lymphedema Care Tips For a More Comfortable Summer

Summer heat and sun can cause discomfort and swelling, making lymphedema management more challenging during the summer. Follow these tips for a more enjoyable season.

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Venous and Lymphatic Interdependence: An Interview with Dr. Maldonado

In this interview, Dr. Thomas Maldonado tells us about the connection between the venous and lymphatic systems, and why early treatment is so important.

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The Inspiration Behind Dayspring: An Interview with Andy Doraiswamy

We conducted an interview with our founder, Andy Doraiswamy, to explore the motivation behind Dayspring and why revolutionizing venous and lymphatic care is a cause that holds a special place in his heart. The interview delved into his father's experience with lymphedema, which served as a source of inspiration.

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Lymphedema Care Tips for a More Comfortable Winter

During winter, it can be frustrating to keep your symptoms under control, especially when it becomes harder and harder to get outside, stay active, and exercise. To give you a hand, here are some of our tips to support your lymphedema treatment in the winter.

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Diaphragmatic breathing (AKA Belly Breathing) explained by experts

Relearning how to breathe from the diaphragm is beneficial for everyone. Deep, diaphragmatic breathing is one way to move lymphatic fluid through your body

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4 critical care benefits lymphedema therapists provide

Specialized lymphedema therapists teach you about techniques and equipment that can help reduce lymphedema swelling.

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Dayspring helps lymphedema patients celebrate freedom this July 4th

Independence Day commemorates the freedom of the 13 colonies. For patients with lymphedema, here are 3 ways Dayspring helps them celebrate freedom this July 4th.

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5 Lymphedema Physical Therapy Tips For Newly Diagnosed Patients

Lymphedema is a long-term condition that causes swelling in the body’s tissues, usually in the arms and legs. Although there’s no cure, it’s possible to control the main symptoms of swelling and fluid buildup through Lymphedema physical therapy.

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