Caring for Your Feet Supports Overall Wellbeing | | |
Foot health matters for everyone. Our feet support mobility, balance, independence, and overall quality of life — yet they are often overlooked until pain, injury, swelling, or other concerns arise.
For people living with lymphedema, especially when the feet, ankles, or legs are affected, foot care becomes even more important. Swelling, skin changes, reduced mobility, and difficulty finding properly fitting footwear can increase the risk of discomfort, injury, infection, and complications such as cellulitis.
At the same time, foot health is connected to whole-body wellbeing. Whether you are managing lymphedema yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply looking for practical prevention-focused information, small daily habits can make a meaningful difference.
Caring for your feet supports comfort,
mobility, and long-term wellbeing.
Good foot health includes caring for the skin, nails, circulation, and structure of the feet, while paying attention to changes or concerns early.
| | Simple Steps to Support Foot Health | | |
Inspect your feet daily
Check for redness, swelling, cuts, blisters, cracks, or signs of infection. Using a mirror or asking for assistance can help if visibility or mobility is limited.
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Keep your skin clean and moisturized
Wash feet gently with warm water, dry thoroughly (especially between the toes), and apply moisturizer to prevent dryness and cracking.
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Wear supportive footwear
Choose shoes that fit well, provide support, and accommodate swelling comfortably. Avoid tight-fitting shoes or socks that may restrict circulation.
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Stay active
Movement helps support circulation and lymphatic flow. Gentle walking, stretching, and guided exercises can help maintain mobility and overall foot health.
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Protect your feet
Avoid walking barefoot, especially outdoors, to reduce the risk of cuts
and injuries.
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Seek professional support
Foot care specialists, lymphedema therapists, and health care providers can help address concerns early. Don’t wait to ask for help if you notice changes, discomfort, or signs of infection.
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Explore our Learning Library collection, “Lower Extremity Lymphedema,” featuring trusted articles on foot care, skin care, mobility, and managing lower-limb lymphedema.
Whether you are living with lymphedema, supporting someone who is, or caring for patients in your practice, this collection offers practical information to support awareness, prevention, and better day-to-day care.
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Lymphedema Association of Ontario:
ADP Open Forum: Challenges, Concerns & Solutions for Retailers and Fitters
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Lymphedema Association of Nova Scotia:
Working Together for Lymphedema Across Atlantic Canada
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Continuing Education Opportunities | |
Scholarship Opportunities | | |
Canadian Rare Disease Network (CRDN) RAREvolution Scholarship Program
Applications are now open for the Canadian Rare Disease Network (CRDN) RAREvolution Scholarship. This program was created to recognize and support young people who are living with a diagnosed or suspected rare disease as they pursue post-secondary education.
The scholarship exists to recognize resilience, leadership, and lived experience within the rare disease community.
Although recent prevalence data show that secondary lymphedema is not rare, primary lymphedema continues to be recognized as a rare condition.
Who is eligible: Applicants must be between the ages of 17 and 29 at the time of application and living with, or affected by, a rare disease. Students must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents and they must be pursuing post-secondary education in Canada.
What support is offered: Selected recipients will receive financial support up to $5000 to assist with tuition, educational expenses, or related costs, along with recognition through the RAREvolution Scholarship Program.
Deadline to Apply: June 12, 2026.
Learn More and Apply: https://canadianrdn.ca/scholarship/
Please note that there is an information webinar that will be held May 27th, 2027. Learn more under "Events" above.
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Dr. Shelley DiCecco (PCOM Georgia) & Lymphoedema Wales:
Are You Interested in Sharing Your Experience Living with Lymphedema or Lipedema During Pregnancy and Post-Partum?
Progress is being made in the prevention and treatment of lymphedema and lipedema, but the relationship between these conditions and pregnancy is still not well understood! Please consider taking part in a short international survey to help us gain insight into your experience with lymphedema/lipedema and pregnancy! The survey is available in 10 languages. The hope is that the information gained from this study will help shape the understanding and treatment guidelines for lymphedema/lipedema during pregnancy! Please share this with others who may be interested in participating.
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Lymphedema Association of Quebec (LAQ): Lymphedema and Episodes of Cellulitis
This survey aims to collect information about:
- the frequency of cellulitis episodes,
- the symptoms experienced,
- the treatments received,
- related hospitalizations,
- the impact on lymphedema management and the financial burden for patients.
The insights gathered will play a vital role in informing efforts to strengthen lymphedema screening, improve access to timely and appropriate care, and advance the prevention of complications. Your participation is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful change and help shape a more responsive and supportive system for the lymphedema community across Canada.
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