If a client with cancer has edema and is cleared for massage,treatment modifications include all of the following EXCEPT:

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Applying heat after treatment may increase inflammation and exacerbate the edema. Therefore, all other options are appropriate modifications for massage treatment on a client with cancer and edema. A) Elevating the affected area helps to reduce swelling. B) Stroking lightly and centripetally can promote lymphatic flow and aid in reducing edema. C) Working the affected limb proximally, then distally helps to move stagnant lymphatic fluid towards the lymph nodes where it can be processed and eliminated.

If a Client with Cancer Has Edema and Is Cleared