Edema and Lymphedema - http://www.massageandbodywork.com/Articles/DecJan2005/edema.html
Article will help you distinguish between the two, factors responsible for their formation, the treatment options available, and the implications for bodyworkers. |
HeartCenterOnline: Edema - http://heart.healthcentersonline.com/signssymptoms/edema.cfm
Answers to your questions about this condition. Free registration required to view the majority of material. |
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/podiatry/vascular/oedema.html - http://www.latrobe.edu.au/podiatry/vascular/oedema.html
Describes the difference between bilateral and unilateral cases, including the conditions that can result from long-term swelling. |
InteliHealth: Edema - http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/WSIHW000/9339/9883.html
Symptoms, diagnosis, expected duration, prevention, treatment, and prognosis. |
MedicineNet - Edema - http://www.medicinenet.com/edema/article.htm
Explains the observable swelling in certain parts of the body. Includes causes and diuretic treatments. |
MedlinePlus: Swelling - http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003103.htm
Defines this condition, alternative names, considerations, common causes, and provides an illustration. |
Pedal Edema - http://meded.ucsd.edu/isp/1994/im-quiz/pededema.htm
Leg or ankle swelling often misdiagnosed as heart failure. Includes several photographs with underlying causes. |
Tissue Edema and General Principles of Transcapillary Fluid Exchange - http://www.cvphysiology.com/Microcirculation/M010.htm
Explains how this condition occurs, factors precipitating it, prevention, and treatment. |
Treatment of Edema - http://www.aafp.org/afp/20050601/2111.html
Discusses the major causes, pathophysiology, diuretic drugs, and resistance to these medications. By the American Academy of Family Physicians. |