DFCI Zakim Center

fLoW: Group Education & Practice for Lymphedema or Wellness (VIRTUAL)

  • Thursday, July 17, 2025
  • 12:00 PM to 12:45 PM EDT

fLoW is an educational and interactive drop-in virtual class designed to help patients manage lymphedema, lymphedema risk (lymph node removal and/or radiation) or generally support the lymphatic system by engaging in self-massage techniques and yoga. This class is suitable for all Dana-Farber patients who have lymphedema, lymphedema risk, or a history of lymphedema.

Class will include instruction in general lymphatic massage and drainage, a 30-minute yoga practice, and time for Q&A. Modifications will be provided. Please review this guide prior to joining the class.

This class will be held meeting-style on Zoom, meaning that your video and audio may be shared with the group if you choose to do so. Class will be recorded for future viewing.

Instructors: Maria “Bambi” Mathay, LMT, BCTMB, RMT and Barbara “Babz” Jackson Tobin, OTR/L, CLT-LANA, CYT

Equipment needed: Yoga mat (can substitute by moving to a carpeted area, taking off socks); chair

Passcode if needed: 016445

PLEASE NOTE: The instructor will ask you to input an emergency contact number in the Zoom chat when class starts. Your message will only be visible to the instructor and will only be used in case of emergency.