Recommended Resources

Following are some valuable patient

resources to help in the self management of lymphedema

and cancer rehabilitation.

Please note, these are not intended to replace professional health care.

Princess Margaret Hospital

Created by the therapists in the lymphedema clinic at Princess Margaret Hospital, these videos demonstrate how to perform self lymphatic massage following treatment for cancer. Click on the tab for either Upper Body or Lower Body.

Dr Erica Ainsworth, DC

Breast Cancer Rehabilitation

Breast cancer thriver and chiropractor Dr Erica Ainsworth offers rehab, education & self-care tools to manage the side effects after breast cancer surgery and treatment.

Assistive Devices Program: Compression Garments for Lymphedema

Information, Application, Fitters

The government of Ontario's Assistive Devices Program offers financial support to purchase compression garments to help in the management of lymphedema. The website link above provides information about the program and how to apply, a link to download the application form, and a list of ADP-approved Fitters/Vendors. Susan is an ADP-approved Authorizer and can sign the application form after your physician.