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Axillary Web Syndrome (Cording): What It Feels Like + What Helps

  • December 3, 2025
If you’ve had breast surgery—especially surgery that involved lymph node removal—and you suddenly feel a tight, pulling “string” in your armpit or down your inner arm, you’re not imagining it. Axillary Web Syndrome (AWS), often called cording, is a real (and surprisingly common) post-surgical issue that can make simple movements—like reaching for a shelf or washing your hair—feel uncomfortable and restricted.
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Lymphedema After Surgery: What to Expect and How to Manage It

  • November 5, 2025
After surgery, some swelling is expected as your body begins to heal. However, in certain cases, this swelling—known as post-surgical swelling—can become more than temporary. When the lymphatic system is disrupted or damaged during surgery, it can lead to lymphedema, a chronic condition characterized by fluid buildup, swelling, and tissue changes in the affected area.
Medicare and The Lymphedema Treatment Act: A Complete Guide to Coverage, Eligibility, and Reorders
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Medicare & The Lymphedema Treatment Act: A Complete Guide to Coverage, Eligibility, and Reorders

  • May 13, 2025
In this comprehensive guide, we break down everything you need to know about the Lymphedema Treatment Act, Medicare lymphedema coverage, and how to make the most of your benefits. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or clinician, this article will help you understand coverage, eligibility, timelines, and where to find Medicare-approved compression garments.