Lymphoedema Wales Clinical Network (LWCN)

A few minutes is all it takes 👣 Try these simple feet & ankle exercises to support lymphatic health. Follow along with Mel and get those limbs moving. ▶ Watch now #AnkleandFeetExercises #FeetOedema #lymphoedema #lwcn

A gentle reminder 👋 Have you checked this out yet? registration closes soon. @BritishLymph #CLSIG #Lymphaletics2026

Meet our National Nutrition & Dietetic Team. Supporting care and wellbeing across the service. #TeamIntroduction #LymphoedemaSupport #lwcn

With hot weather across the country this week, make sure you keep hydrated. Babies, children and older adults are more at risk of dehydration. If it's not treated, it can become a serious problem. Find out more information ⬇️

We are back and services are open as usual. Please do not forget to bring your compression garments with you to your appointment, as they cannot be replaced unless seen first. Also, if you cannot make it to your appointment, please give us a call to reschedule.#ServicesOpen #lwcn

Important Notice! Have a lovely holiday and do not forget to keep moving! #BankHoliday #Spring #Lymphoedema #lwcn

Question of the Week – Ep 28 Another common question we receive: Can I run if I've got lymphoedema? Matt shares his expert answer, watch to learn more 👇and share. #QuestionoftheWeek #Lymphoedema #cyp #lwcn

Help us make our patient information better. We’re looking for patients to: ✅ Read a leaflet ✅ Try a short online survey ✅ Share quick feedback You can choose what to review, and it shouldn’t take more than 20 minutes. 👉 Contact us using the information below. #lwcn

We are excited to share about Lymphaletics 2026! Inclusive movement, learning & fun all in one day. More information in the poster. #lymphaletics2026 #Lymphoedema #lwcn

Our team keeps growing! Please join us in welcoming Ife to the national team. We are delighted to have you join us! #TeamWelcome #GrowingTogether #NationalTeam #NHSWales #lwcn

Kickstart your Monday 👣 Simple ankle and feet exercises to make your calves stronger and aid better fluid movement. Small moves, big impact. #MondayMotivation #Wellbeing #AnkleandFeet #lwcn

Your feedback matters. We’re asking patients to sense‑check a leaflet and/or trial a short online survey about patient & public involvement. ✔ Review the leaflet ✔ Trial the survey ✔ Or do both — your choice Get in touch using the information on the poster. #lwcn

This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, we’re introducing members of our Psychology Team, who support the emotional wellbeing of people living with lymphoedema. Mental health is an essential part of holistic care. #PyschologyTeam #LymphoedemaWales #lwcn

Starting the week inspired. During a recent visit to Cimla, Jan Williams, Chair of @SwanseabayNHS shared how proud she is of the service, having witnessed its inception nearly 25 years ago and the growth achieved since. #LymphoedemaWales #NHSWales #lwcn

Question of the Week – Episode 26 This week, Linda answers “What cream should I use if trying to be safe?” Have a question for our experts? Send us a DM or drop it in the comments. #QOTW #Cellulitis #Skincare #lwcn

We’re inviting patients to help review a leaflet and a short survey about patient & public involvement. You can review either or both, and it should take no more than 20 minutes. Your feedback helps ensure our information is clear and patient‑friendly. #lwcn

We were pleased to welcome Jan Williams, Chair of @SwanseabayNHS , to Cimla to visit our National Team. A great opportunity to share our work and reflect on the progress made across the network. #NHSWales #lwcn

This #WorldHandHygieneDay2026, we are supporting the WHO campaign reminding us that action saves lives, every hand clean, at the right time, makes a difference. #HandHygieneforAll #Handwashing #cleanhands #lwcn

✅ Services are open as usual. Please remember to bring your compression garments to your appointment, they can’t be replaced unless they’ve been seen first. Thank you for your cooperation. #lymphoedema #lwcn

Please note that our service is closed today! We will reopen tomorrow at 8:00am. Have a wonderful holiday and don't forget to keep moving - catch up on our simple exercise videos across our platforms, let's keep our lymphatics happy. #BankHoliday #May #Lymphoedema #lwcn

Following up on last week’s question, Cath answers: Can steroids for a chest infection increase the risk of cellulitis? ▶ Watch now 💬 We welcome questions via comments or DM. #QOTW #lwcn