On my search for help with the swelling and pain of lymphedema, I have found a gel that helps both. The name of the gel is Troxevasin Gel, available from http://www.homeapteka.com/
Troxevasin is a form of troxerutin, one of the forms of rutin that helps capillaries and breaks up fibrosis.
I use it in combination with the DMSO cream with aloe and rose scent that helps me so much. The DMSO makes the troxevasin penetrate into the swollen area.
Both the DMSO cream and aloe, and the troxevasin gel feel really cool when applied. It takes any hot spots out immediately. I wear a layer of both of them under my compression garments, even if it means a few stains (from the Troxevasin). I guess a few stains is the price for much comfort that comes from the use of the gel. The DMSO and aloe cream does not stain.