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Scorebuilders Q&A
Episode 122 - Lymphatic Drainage - Upper Extremity Sequence
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A physical therapist is treating a patient with upper extremity lymphedema following a mastectomy. When performing manual lymphatic drainage, which of the following BEST describes the correct sequence for initiating treatment?
Option 1 - Begin at the distal part of the limb before clearing the trunk
Option 2 - Begin at the trunk before clearing the distal part of the limb
Option 3 - Apply deep strokes along the entire length of the limb toward the lymph nodes
Option 4 - Begin at the midpoint of the limb and work in both directions simultaneously
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