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Updated Lower Limb Inflammatory Pathway
20 May 2024
BLS
The BLS launched their update of the Red Legs pathway in May 2024. This new ‘Lower Limb Inflammatory Pathway’ replaces the BLS 2020 Red Leg Pathway...
NICE produces guidance re provision of lymphovenous anastamosis
3 Apr 2024
NICE
2024 wider fitting shoe guide
1 Apr 2024
LNNI
5 Key Messages patient information in - translations available
29 Jan 2023
LNNI
LNNI are pleased to share the latest translations of their 5 Key Messages patient information leaflet. This is now available in Romanian, Latvian...
Launch of ‘2022 Best Practice Statement: holistic management of venous leg ulceration (second edition)’
12 Dec 2022
This Best Practice Statement (BPS) is an update of the Best Practice Statement: Holistic management of venous leg ulceration (Wounds UK, 2016)....
2022 update: Compression bandaging precautions
29 Nov 2022
This information was developed by a joint therapist/service user group to help support the therapy teaching and encourage those with lymphoedema to...
2022 updated N.I. Private practitioners list
29 Nov 2022
LNNI
The 2022 All-Ireland Guidelines for the diagnosis, assessment and management of lymphoedema
22 Nov 2022
LNNI and HSE
Lymphoedema is a progressive, chronic condition, which has major personal, social and economic impact, and effects an estimated 45,000 people in...
2022 Surgical options guide
2 Nov 2022
LNNI
This information sheet contains the details of the surgical options currently available for lymphoedema and lipoedema. It also provides clinic...
2022: use of an emollient to support good skin care
1 Nov 2022
LNNI
This information was developed by a joint therapist/service user group to help support the therapy teaching and encourage those with...
2022 update: Use and care of a compression garment
1 Nov 2022
LNNI
This information was developed by a joint therapist/service user group to help support the therapy teaching and encourage those with...
NICE (2022) recommendation regarding liposuction and lymphoedema: liposuction is recommended for lymphoedema
3 Oct 2022
National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)
2022: How to apply a compression garment
1 Oct 2022
LNNI
This information was developed by a joint therapist/service user group to help support the therapy teaching and encourage those with lymphoedema to...
2022 update: Simple Lymphatic Drainage massage for those with lymphoedema of the arm and/or trunk
1 Oct 2022
This information was developed by a joint therapist/service user group to help support the therapy teaching and encourage those with...
2022 update: Simple Lymphatic Drainage massage for those with lymphoedema of the leg and/or trunk
1 Oct 2022
LNNI
This information was developed by a joint therapist/service user group to help support the therapy teaching and encourage those with lymphoedema to...
2022 update: support to self-bandage for those with lymphoedema of the arm
1 Oct 2022
This information was developed by a joint therapist/service user group to help support the therapy teaching and encourage those with...
2022 update: support to self-bandage for those with lymphoedema of the leg
1 Oct 2022
LNNI
This information was developed by a joint therapist/service user group to help support the therapy teaching and encourage those with...
Simple Lymphatic Drainage for the Legs
1 Oct 2022
LNNI
This new information was developed by a joint therapist/service user group to help support the therapy teaching and encourage those with lymphoedema...
NICE (2022) recommendation regarding liposuction and lipoedema
4 Sep 2022
NICE
NICE (2022) publishes its recommendation regarding liposuction and lipoedema: at present, liposuction is not recommended for lipoedema.
2020 update: 5 key messages for those with lymphoedema
1 Sep 2022
LNNI
2020 A guide to self-measure a swollen leg or foot
1 Aug 2022
LNNI
This information was developed by a joint therapist/service user group to help support the therapy teaching and encourage those with lymphoedema to...
2020 A guide to self-measure a swollen arm or hand
1 Aug 2022
LNNI
This information was developed by a joint therapist/service user group to help support the therapy teaching and encourage those with...
Liposuction for chronic lymphoedema - NICE Guidance
31 Jul 2022
NICE
NICE published their updated review regarding liposuction for lymphoedema in April 2022. This positive resource supports the use of liposuction...
Your Lymphoedema - Taking Back Control
31 Jul 2022
The Lymphoedema Support Network (LSN) has just launched their new book which has been produced with the support and backing of CNS Denise Hardy and...
2022 update: Skin and Nail care for those with lymphoedema
1 May 2022
LNNI
Patient information leaflet for Skin and nail care in Lymphoedema
2022 update: Simple Lymphatic Drainage massage for those with lymphoedema of the head and neck region
1 Feb 2022
LNNI
Simple lymphatic drainage is a form ofgentle massage to help move fluid away from a congested area towards healthy lymph nodes where it can be...
2022 update: Therapeutic exercises for those with lymphoedema of the leg
1 Feb 2022
LNNI
Exercise for lymphoedema of the legs
1 Feb 2022
LNNI
This information was developed by a joint therapist/service user group to help support the therapy teaching and encourage those with...
2022 update: Therapeutic exercises for those with lymphoedema of the arm
1 Feb 2022
LNNI
This information was developed by a joint therapist/service user group to help support the therapy teaching and encourage those with lymphoedema to...
Lymphoedema Easy Read leaflet - Key messages
14 Nov 2021
Easy Read guide for those diagnosed with Lymphoedema
1 Nov 2021
LNNI
Get moving with lymphoedema - specific exercises
22 Aug 2021
BLS
Get moving with lymphoedema - Why is it important to keep active if you have lymphoedema or chronic oedema?
22 Aug 2021
BLS
MEET YOUR SECRET WEAPONS FOR A HEALTHY LYMPHATIC SYSTEM - Why movement is your best defence against lymphoedema
22 Aug 2021
BLS
BLS Covid vaccination Consensus document for those with lymphoedema or at risk of developing lymphoedema
25 May 2021
2021 LNNI Upper Limb ‘at risk’ patient advice leaflet
17 May 2021
LNNI
2021 update: Easy Read guidance for those with lymphoedema (endorsed by the BLS)
2 Apr 2021
LNNI
The Lymphoedema Network Northern Ireland (LNNI) project team were delighted to work with the ‘Telling it like it is’ (TILII) project. TILII is a...
The British Lymphology Society ‘Find 3’ challenge for 2021 Lymphoedema Awareness Week!
6 Mar 2021
BLS
Your lymphatic system needs movement, stretching and activity to remove the fluid and cells from your tissues that the body doesn't need. This doesn'...
Self-assessment tools if you have, or suspect you have, male or female genital lymphoedema
6 Mar 2021
Lymphoedema Network Wales
Launch of new self-assessment tools for male or female genital lymphoedema – useful for all Pelvic Health staff to have as a screening tool and referral aid.
6 Mar 2021
Lymphoedema Network Wales
Access the information here.
Regional Private Practitioners listing
31 Dec 2020
LNNI
Northern Ireland Lymphoedema Private Practitioners List (December 2020)
31 Dec 2020
LNNI
LNNI has produced this list of known private practitioners; however this does not reflect qualification or experience of any of the listed. MLD UK...
2020 BLS Red Legs Pathway
25 Oct 2020
BLS
2020 Chronic Oedema best practice document
25 Oct 2020
GPN
2020 European Lipoedema Consensus document
25 Oct 2020
JWC
2020 St Georges diagnosis model updated
25 Oct 2020
2020 Why it is important to keep moving when you have lymphoedema or chronic oedema (BLS)
1 Jun 2020
British Lymphology Society
Rehabilitation guidance to help recovery for those who have had Covid 19
24 May 2020
NHS
LNNI are very keen to help support anyone who has had Covid 19,  and recommends the following information site for holistic advice and guidance...
Videos to help you manage your lymphoedema
29 Mar 2020
Lymphoedema Support Network
A series of 16 online self-management videos, initially funded by Welsh Government, have been made by Lymphoedema Network Wales, and were produced by...
Information on COVID-19 (coronavirus)
13 Mar 2020
Lymphoedema Support Network
Please see attached information.
Lymphoedema films for people living and working with lymphoedema
13 Oct 2019
Lymphoedema Network Wales Framework
Lymphoedema films for people living and working with lymphoedema  We invite you to watch a short series of films on how to live with...
Advice for patients at risk of developing lymphoedema
27 Aug 2019
LNNI
This booklet contains important information about lymphoedema. If you have any of the high risk criteria from the table opposite, and/or two or more...
General ‘at risk’ of developing lymphoedema patient information leaflet
1 Jun 2019
(please note that there is a 2021 leaflet specific for post breast cancer diagnosis)
What's in your cereal?
14 Oct 2018
safefood
If the cereal name or description sounds sugary then it most likely is. Descriptions like "honey-coated", "frosted" or "chocolate-coated" are a good...
What's in your child's yoghurt?
14 Oct 2018
Children like yoghurts because of their fruity flavour, bright colours and smooth texture. They are easy to grab from the fridge and to pack in to a...
Facts about energy drinks
14 Oct 2018
The amount of sugar in energy drinks may surprise you. Our infographic shows that some drinks contain up to 17 teaspoons of sugar. They are not...
LNNI updated regional referral contacts
7 Apr 2018
LNNI
Inaugural All Ireland Lymphoedema Conference, 15th November 2017, Dromantine Conference Centre
15 Nov 2017
LNNI
The Inaugural All Ireland Lymphoedema Conference  LNNI and the HSE collaborated to hold the first All-Ireland conference on 15th ...
Advice for patients at risk of developing lymphoedema in the arm following cancer treatment
15 Jul 2015
LNNI
How to Manage Lymphoedema at Home and at Work
7 Dec 2014
LNNI
Making Life Better – A Whole System Framework for Public Health 2013-2023
4 Jun 2014
DHSSPSNI
"Making Life Better" is the strategic framework for public health. It is designed to provide direction for policies and actions to improve the...
Self Bandaging of the Arms - Patient Information
11 Apr 2011
LNNI
This new information was developed by a joint therapist/service user group to help support the therapy teaching and encourage those with lymphoedema...
Self Bandaging of the Legs
28 Feb 2011
This new information was developed by a joint therapist/service user group to help support the therapy teaching and encourage those with lymphoedema...