A case of lymphedema in both lower extremities

Abstract

Patient suffering from lymphedema in both lower extremities was treated, acupuncture was carried out at Zhōngw▪n (▪ CV 12), Shu▪fēn (▪ CV 9), Shu▪Dào (▪ ST 28), Zúsānl▪ (▪ ST 36), Yīnlíngquán (▪ SP 9), Sānyīnjiāo (▪ SP 6), Yánglíngquán (▪ GB 34), Tàichōng (▪ LR 3) and Tàixī (▪ KI 3), and local TDP irradiation was also carried out to improve local blood circulation and promote lymph fluid backflow, and thus effectively alleviate lymphedema in both lower extremities. The treatment courses were short and painless, and no adverse effect was detected.