Lymphedema Services
Breast cancer related lymphedema is abnormal swelling that can develop in the arm, hand, breast or torso on the side treated for breast cancer where lymph nodes have been removed by surgery or damaged by radiation treatment.
The Your Journey: A Guide for Women Diagnosed with Breast Cancer manual and videos offer comprehensive information for newly diagnosed women and those just beginning treatment for breast cancer, including information about lymphedema. You'll find:
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Pasqua Hospital Lymphedema Services Provides breast cancer rehabilitation and lymphedema treatment services for people who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. Ask your medical practitioner to refer you for treatment, or self-refer by calling 306-766-8600. To find a Certified Lymphedema Therapist near you, please visit the Lymphedema Association of Saskatchewan at www.sasklymph.ca for all public and private therapists.
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