Top 10 Highlights from 2025 — and Where to Learn More
LES Year in Review: Reflecting on 2025
2025 was a year of connection, progress, and shared learning in lymphoedema and chronic oedema care. Together, patients, clinicians, educators, researchers, industry partners, and professional associations deepened understanding, advanced clinical practice, and celebrated new milestones in research and education. From updated position papers to global awareness campaigns and hands-on training, these collective efforts strengthened evidence-based care and set the stage for continued collaboration in the years ahead.
- World Lymphoedema Day (March 2025)
Research spotlight on chronic lower limb oedema in older adults, revealing key prevalence and risk factors.
- Wound Care Insights Podcast (April 2025)
A collaboration with Wounds International and Hartmann, exploring real-world wound care challenges and evidence-based practice.
- Lipoedema Awareness Month (June 2025)
Interview with Dr. med. Tobias Bertsch on accurate diagnosis and shifting long-held beliefs about lipoedema for better outcomes.
- Head & Neck Lymphoedema Webinar (July 2025)
Practical guidance from Dr. Amanda Pigott on compression challenges and innovative management strategies.
- New Podcast Series Launch (August 2025)
Introduction of LES’s new professional podcast series focused on chronic oedema and lymphoedema care, bringing research and clinical insights directly to listeners.
- Celebrating 100 Editions (September 2025)
A milestone edition marking 100 issues of The Learning Exchange, sharing evidence-based insights with practitioners worldwide.
- Aged Care Act Webinar (October 2025)
Expert discussion on aged care reforms and their impact on chronic oedema management, now available on demand.
- Advancing Bioimpedance Spectroscopy (November 2025)
Our Lymphoedema Insights Podcast explored how BIS enhances clinical assessment and improves patient outcomes.
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- Position Papers & Hot Off the Press Research
- November: Five new and updated position papers on assessment, garment selection, obesity, and primary care management — supporting consistent lymphoedema care. ➡ Read the papers
- Throughout 2025: Hot Off the Press research summaries highlighting anatomy, prevalence, risk factors, and management strategies — keeping clinicians up to date. ➡ Explore this year’s research
- Accredited Training Opportunities (Throughout 2025)
Level 1 and Level 2 Advanced Lymphoedema courses strengthened clinical skills and confidence for practitioners across Australia.
Stay connected with Lymphoedema Education Solutions (LES)
LES offers a diverse range of professional learning opportunities – including online self-paced courses, face-to-face workshops, and accredited training modules – to help you build confidence in your lymphoedema management skills.
