EPISODE · Jan 4, 2023 · 29 MIN
S1E3: Lymphatics 101
from Integrative OT · host Magan Higgins Gramling
The Lymphedema Act was finally passed through congress last week and us lymphatic nerds couldn't be happier!! This is a huge milestone for the therapeutic community and so in honor of this, episode three of Integrative OT's podcast looks at:What is our lymphatic system?Why is it important?How can we support it?How does it relate to our engaging in meaningful occupations?Show notes: The Book of Lymph by Lisa Levitt Gainsley, CLTJohn Hopkins study: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/research/advancements-in-research/fundamentals/in-depth/the-gut-where-bacteria-and-immune-system-meetArticle regarding food in Europe vs. America: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/12/28/well/eat/food-additives-banned-europe-united-states.htmlNIH article regarding brain health/Alzheimers and lymph system: https://www.nih.gov/news-events/news-releases/brains-waste-removal-system-may-offer-path-better-outcomes-alzheimers-therapyWHO article on chronic inflammation: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK493173/Glymphatic System coined by Dr. Nedergaard: https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/labs/nedergaard/projects/glymphatic-system.aspxNIH article on lung health & lymphatics: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2946892/Academy of Lymphatic Study for Certification in Lymphedema: acols.com
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The Lymphedema Act was finally passed through congress last week and us lymphatic nerds couldn't be happier!! This is a huge milestone for the therapeutic community and so in honor of this, episode three of Integrative OT's podcast looks at: What is our lymphatic system? Why is it important? How can we support it? How does it relate to our engaging in meaningful occupations? Show notes: The Book of Lymph by Lisa Levitt Gainsley, CLT John Hopkins study: https://www.hopkinsmedicine....
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