Lymphedema may be treated by all EXCEPT which of the following?
A. manual compression of the affected area
B. movements of the affected area
C. treatments that promote growth of lymphatic vessels
D. bed rest to allow enhanced blood flow and therefore healing of the affected area
Answer: D. bed rest to allow enhanced blood flow and therefore healing of the affected area
Lymphedema is swelling that occurs when normal lymphatic drainage is blocked. If a person remains stationary, it decreases skeletal muscle contraction, which facilitates lymph drainage.
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A. The length of the bone B. The strength of the ligaments C. The shapes of the bone surfaces D. The stiffness of the ligaments E. The action of the muscles associated with the joint