[H9] Perometry and Bioimpedence

Jane M. Armer, RN, PhD; Sheila H. Ridner RN, PhD

1. Review lymphedema measurement methods historically used in research and practice.
• Water displacement
• Tape measurements
2. Review Best Practices framework recommendations for measurement methods for areas of fluid accumulation
3. Review more recently developed measurement methods
• Perometry
• Indications for use
• Contradictions
• Procedures for measurement
• Data generated
• Bioelectrical Impedance
• Indications for use
• Contradictions
• Procedures for measurement
• Data generated
4. Summary
• Comparisons among methods
• Advantages and disadvantages
• Choosing method best for your practice or research setting.