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Ohio Surgeons Perfect Papercut-Sized Lymphedema Surgery
Health & WellnessApr 21

Ohio Surgeons Perfect Papercut-Sized Lymphedema Surgery

Cancer survivors with painful limb swelling are finding relief through microsurgery so precise it leaves only papercut-sized scars. Ohio State's team is leading a breakthrough that's transforming lives for millions of Americans living with lymphedema.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
Smart Glove Cuts Hand Swelling by 25% at Home
Health & WellnessFeb 26

Smart Glove Cuts Hand Swelling by 25% at Home

A new robotic glove with 37 tiny actuators can reduce hand swelling by up to 25% in just 30 minutes, and patients can use it safely at home without a therapist. Cornell researchers developed EdemaFlex to help millions suffering from painful hand edema finally get relief on their own schedule.

Phys.org - Technology2 min read
Auckland Scientists Find New Way to Treat Lymphoedema
Health & WellnessFeb 18

Auckland Scientists Find New Way to Treat Lymphoedema

University of Auckland researchers discovered a molecule that could finally offer hope to thousands living with lymphoedema, a painful swelling condition with no cure. The breakthrough works in both zebrafish and human cells, bringing real treatment one step closer.

Google News - Cure Discovery2 min read
Japanese Scientists Regenerate Functional Lymph Nodes in Mice
VideosJan 24

Japanese Scientists Regenerate Functional Lymph Nodes in Mice

Researchers in Japan have successfully regrown working lymph nodes in mice for the first time, offering hope to millions who develop painful swelling after cancer surgery. The breakthrough could transform treatment for lymphedema, a chronic condition that currently has no cure.

Medical Xpress3 min read