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Tracking My Lymphoedema Progression Over the Years: Leg Measurement Spreadsheet Below is an up-to-date record and accompanying spreadsheet detailing the progression of my lymphoedema, including excess limb volume percentages measured over time. This data reflects the impact of various treatments, surgeries and complex lymphatic drainage therapies I have undergone. Spreadsheet ↓ https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1oc7PzjB9nLh15NVJxAJv7_LllrdBWsXD7dx-YVdsaes/edit?usp=sharin

My Current Lymphoedema Management: Garments and Products Since my LVA surgery in 2019 which connected 7 lymphatic channels to my venous system, I have been using the following products daily to help manage my lymphoedema: Compression Garments: Mediven Forte Thigh High Class III – main daily wear Haddenham Healthcare Comfiwave Thigh High Class I – full nighttime wear and worn underneath wraps or pneumatic press Haddenham Toe Caps Class II – worn almost daily underneath daily c

26 Trips Around the Sun: A Decade of Strength 26 trips around the sun. Turning 26 also marks 10 years since my lymphoedema journey began at 16. A whole decade of learning and adapting life. So eternally grateful for every single person who’s supported me along the way. Honestly proud of myself for staying strong through all my treatments, finding resilience even in the hardest moments and never giving up. Cheers to me and my leg boogieing and travelling the world together for

Lymphoedema Awareness Week 2026: 'Lymphoedema Looks Like This' As part of Lymphoedema Awareness Week 2026 (2nd–8th March), I collaborated with the Lymphoedema Support Network (LSN) for their 'Lymphoedema Looks Like This' campaign. I was honoured to be featured on the front cover of the Spring 2026 edition of Lymph Line. Alongside this, I contributed in a post for social media featuring my ideas on what I wish people knew about living with lymphoedema. The week long campaign s

Flying with Lymphoedema: My Tried and Tested Travel Routine As a self-employed dancer, I travel frequently for work, often internationally. Alongside this, I love exploring new cities all around the world. As a result, I typically take around 10–20 flights per year. With Lymphoedema, flying has many additional challenges. Changes in cabin pressure with prolonged periods of sitting down can significantly exacerbate swelling and my discomfort level. However, through experience,