Lymph vessels run throughout the body, much like blood vessels. They absorb lymph fluid from the tissue and move it to the lymph nodes to be filtered. During breast cancer surgery, some lymph nodes may be removed to check for cancer cells. Radiation therapy can also damage the lymph system and lead to blockages.

THERABAND® has always been considered the industry leader for resistance bands, and they now have the testing to prove it. After extensive third-party testing, THERABAND non-latex resistance bands have been proven to last more than five times longer than the next leading competitor, and the Trusted Progression System® has proven to have consistent pull force.

The field of physical therapy is ever evolving. With new modalities constantly being tested and the science supporting these modalities becoming more readily available, we see an onslaught of training techniques to improve training and recovery. Blood flow restriction (BFR) is the latest method being used to treat muscle weakness and improve athletic performance.

Tennis Elbow affects approximately 3% of the population, but its far-reaching impact extends to daily activities and quality of life. This article dives into understanding the condition, the promising role of Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) in treatment.