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Vibrating Machine
Posted by Betty (Illinois) on 06/09/2020
★☆☆☆☆WARNING!
The vibration machine made my lymphedema way worse. I don't know why. It also vibrated the pin loose in my shoulder from a replacement surgery. Talk about painful!
Buyer beware! This was from a sitting position on the lowest speed setting, at that!
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Denise (Florida) on 01/01/2017
How is your lymphedema doing? Have you heard of any new remedies that work? I have lymphedema in right arm due to breast cancer surgeries looking for a natural remedy that quickly works with draining the area..
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Posted by Gail V (Easton, Pa) on 01/05/2017
★★★★★
I get an ion cleanse 1x/mo. It seems to help with lymphedema. I am a 10 yr. breast cancer survivor. I had 47 nodes removed with 17 being cancerous. Contrary to some who don't believe in alternative medicines, this does help. I also rebound on the mini trampoline.
Vibrating Machine
Posted by Lymphactivist (California, US) on 05/19/2014
Before spending one penny on a device for lymphedema, ask to see a controlled clinical trial which proves that there is a benefit from the device for your specific condition. Otherwise you may be throwing your money away. Interesting that this vibrating machine is claimed on the basis of one user to be better than a trampoline for lymphedema, but the trampoline has never been proven to benefit lymphedema.
Vibrating Machine
Posted by Mina ( Toronto) on 05/21/2015
Hi, Thanks for the information. Can you tell where you get vibrating machine, brand name, cost. Thanks
Vibrating Machine
Posted by Karen (New Zealand) on 07/03/2016
Hi, is the vibrating machine like the powerfit one? Does anyone know?
Green Tea
Posted by Layla (Palos Hills, Il) on 02/10/2013
Does it matter what type of green tea you use or is the lipton green tea fine?
Ginseng + Bumex
Posted by Alain (Gb) on 03/25/2017
What can a nursing mother take to cure her filaria?
Cabbage
Posted by Rrcruse (Vero Beach, Fl) on 12/25/2012
I am suffering with Swelling and Burning and Redness in my Left foot and lower leg, My Heel and the bottom of my foot burn. I was treated by the doctor for 20 days for Cellulitis on strong antibiotic and it is back. What type of Cabbage leaves can I use and how do I do i? I really want to try it. Please.
Cabbage
Posted by Amy Jo (Phoenix, Arizona) on 05/02/2013
Please provide more info re: type of cabbage, was it cold/warm/cooked/raw??? Also the green tea... Can it Be iced green tea? Any details would be appreciated. Going on 2 years of unilateral swelling in my left leg w/no answers. Bandaging reduced some but compression hose did not keep it down & it's swollen worse now than ever. Just got a pump which seems to help reduce at night but day time use, on my feet a lot, & heat of Phoenix brings the swelling back by end of day. Need a cure desperately so I can enjoy & keep up w/ my kids!
Cabbage
Posted by Antoinette (Cleveland, Ohio) on 10/05/2013
Hi everyone! I have lymphedema in my left leg and also a large fibrosis on my left thigh. I would do just about anything to get rid of both of these conditions. I have the cutest jeans hanging in my closet that I desperately want to get back into. I will definintely be trying the green tea and can anyone PLEASE tell me how I would do the cabbage wrap. What type of cabbbage... Should it be raw... What do I wrap me leg with... As much detailed information as possible. And if anyone has any suggestions on how to soften the fibrosis as well I would so greatly appreciate it... THANKS IN ADVANCE!
Cabbage
Posted by Antoinette (Cleveland, Ohio) on 10/16/2013
Thank you Maureen from Canada! I will give it a try. I pray it works as well for me as it has for others. Does anyone have any suggestions at all about how to get rid of the fibrosis that sometimes occurs with lymphedema. I have a large mass of fibrotic tissue on the back of my thigh and it is so unsightly and it keeps me from sitting and lying down comfortably. I would appreciate any suggestions at all.
Cabbage
Posted by Tamara (California) on 08/23/2015
Tried first the white cabbage, then savoy..... Will try again, but so far did not see the difference.... Although I did not dip the leaves into the boiled water; instead, I poured water over the leaves.... I did not bandage the leaves - they were just held by my undergarments (I put them on my belly) - maybe there is a problem there... Like I said, I'll try again.... I hope this will work for me - I hate my swollen belly and the hip!
Juicing
Posted by Tracy (Bardstown, Ky) on 09/04/2011
Would like to give this a try. Please send me exact recipe for juice.
Juicing
Posted by Michelle (Charlotte, Nc) on 10/16/2011
How can I get the specifics on how to mix the kokila cure for lymphedema? Should I use fresh, frozed or powdered wheatgrass? Is it possible to use the pill forms and get the same results?
Juicing
Posted by Kokila (Roslyn Heights, New York Usa) on 01/05/2012
★★★★★
Hi Folks, Just stopped by here and saw ALL the posts regarding my treatment for Lymphedema! Sorry I didn't know sooner, as I would have immediately posted.
What has amazingly helped are the juices. Especially the celery, wheatgrass, parsley, spirulina juice... I also add red desert clay powder.
Also there is herb: fennugreek that is good.
Red clover has helped me too.
I take the juice once a day these days in an 8oz glass. I make it fresh once a week in a 20AMP blender which maintains the integrity of the enzymes! Very important. Don't use a regular blender.
The trampoline I do every night, as that is when I notice there might be a slight swelling.
What has REALLY helped recently as well is: Light Life Rings by Slim Spurling. I distribute them now as I'm a believer! I sleep with them around my leg and upper body, and I really see it keeps the swelling away beautifully. Something about the sacred geometry of the copper rings really helps the cells/energy of my leg. I use the large rings.
Hope this all helps you my friends. I know it is a terrible condition...
Juicing
Posted by Billie (Queen Creek, Az) on 03/23/2012
Kokila, exactly how much do you consider 1 bunch of celery and parsley, I made it with a stalk of celery and it only made about 10 oz.
Juicing
Posted by Jen (Kelowna, Bc, Canada) on 07/14/2012
Hi Kokila, Hope you are still checking this site. My mom is trying to use your recipe and is having difficulty getting enough juice out of it and it is very thick, any suggestions? She is suffering badly with swelling below the knee and is desperate for something that works.
General Feedback
Posted by Lara (Lufkin, Texas) on 02/18/2009
I was reading responses to lymphedema on your site. Info seemed good. However I am new to this problem and did not quite understand if there was fairly immediate answers to the swelling. I had lymph nodes removed in my pelvic area following a full hysterectomy about 5 months ago. I am experiencing swelling in my left leg and it seems to be worsening. I am an MDA patient and will consult my doctors there next week. However I was just looking for some ideas for what to do until then. Thanks! Lara
General Feedback
Posted by Mary S. (Ms) on 09/13/2018
I think I have Lympledema in both my legs and they are red down on the lower part of my legs and pain and they swell really bad cant do what I wont to they hurt and someone was telling me that a person can get Ginger Oil and rub from your neck too your feet that opens up the Lymphatic systems.
I really need help I been to 20 doctors and they don't know what it is they think I am crazy but I do know that Butchers broom. ginger and sweet clover is great oil for the lymphat system so now I think at this point I am going to herb store and get my some and try it, anybody else know anything please let me know because the lower part of my leg gets really hard and it worrys me and help please.
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Vivienne (Paia, HI) on 12/05/2008
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Posted by Catherine (Wellington, New Zealand) on 12/07/2008
Hi Jodi, may sound trite but are you sure you are getting enough fluid daily? If you check up on www.watercure.com you will find you need half your bodyweight in ozs of water per day. eg. weight 100lbs needs 50ozs water to be divided into 5 or 6 servings. I have been using the watercure for the last few weeks and swollen ankle from 30yr old injury has finally subsided! Other benefits as well. Increased water does not make you retain fluid (provided your kidneys are in good working order) Body is 70% water of whick 25% is used by brain.. if you dont get enough water for the rest of your body to be properly hydrated then things start to clog up. And ONLY WATER can hydrate properly, contrary to the popular belief that other liquids will also suffice. If you are interested in trying this you need to check out the website to get ALL the relevant information BEFORE you start. Hope this helps you it has been a wonder cure for me. God bless.
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Siberianwolf (Havelock North, New Zealand) on 07/17/2010
This message is regarding Lymphedema and is for Catherine in Wellington NZ. Hi Catherine. You left your message here two years ago. I know everyone's problems are different, but as a matter of interest. . . How long did it take for your swelling to disappear having begun the drinking water regime?
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Davee (Mn) on 02/23/2016
Try kidney and adrenal herbs. Kidneys control elimination of lymphatic fluids. Also try castor oil packs and cabbage leaf packs to pull fluid out.
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Lurline (Au-Qld) on 09/20/2020
How do you use cabbage packs or castor oil packs - Hot water mix? What do you suggest? My leg lymphoedema is growing and scary. Lurline
