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 Progressive weight lifting does not increase incidence of lymphedema in cancer survivorsDec 10, 2010 A slow, progressive weight lifting program does not appear to increase the incidence of breast cancer-related lymphedema in breast cancer survivors, according to research published online Dec. 8 in the Journal of the American Medical Association to coincide with presentation at the annual San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium, held from Dec. 8 to 12. |
 Physical Therapy Can Cut Risk of Post-Surgical LymphedemaJan 13, 2010 The risk of secondary lymphedema in breast cancer surgery patients can be significantly reduced by the early introduction of post-surgical physical therapy, according to a study published online Jan. 12 in BMJ. |
 Weight Lifting May Be Helpful for LymphedemaAug 12, 2009 In women with breast cancer-related lymphedema, weight lifting has no significant effect on limb swelling and results in reduced symptoms and fewer lymphedema exacerbations, according to a study in the Aug. 13 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine. |
 Lymphedema Burden High After Breast CancerMar 19, 2009 Within two years after breast cancer treatment, a significant number of patients develop lymphedema, resulting in a greater risk of complications and increased treatment costs, according to a study published online March 16 in the Journal of Clinical Oncology. |
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