Clinical trials
Lymphedema clinical trials
Below are recruiting lymphedema clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 96 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07311876Recruiting
Robotic surgery for head and neck lymphedema
This trial tests a new robotic-assisted surgery to reconnect tiny lymph vessels in people with head and neck swelling. It may help reduce the swelling and improve daily life.
KielAges 22 years+ - NCT06082349Recruiting
LVA surgery vs sham for cancer-related lymphedema
This study tests a surgery called lymphaticovenous anastomosis (LVA) against a sham (placebo) surgery to see if it helps reduce swelling in people with lymphedema caused by cancer treatment. It is for patients with early-stage lymphedema in one arm or leg that hasn't improved with standard care.
Nijmegen, GelderlandAges 18 years+ - NCT05142800Recruiting
Screening for Lymphedema in Breast Cancer Targeted Therapy
This study is looking at whether targeted therapy for breast cancer changes the risk of arm swelling (lymphedema). It is a screening trial that uses a machine to measure arm size and check for any swelling early on.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–80 - NCT04888975Recruiting
Device study for one-arm swelling after lymph surgery
This study tests a medical device (Dayspring Technology) to reduce swelling in the arm caused by breast cancer treatment and lymph surgery. You may be eligible if you have one-sided arm swelling after lymphatic surgery and meet safety checks for the device.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06900023Enrolling by invitation
Studying better ways to find breast swelling after cancer treatment
This trial looks at new tools to detect lymphedema (breast or arm swelling) after breast cancer treatment. If you had breast-conserving surgery, radiation, and have finished active therapy (except certain hormone treatments), researchers want to see if a simple device can spot fluid buildup early.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06144164RecruitingPhase 3
Preventing Lymphedema After Breast Cancer Surgery
This trial tests a comprehensive prevention program to reduce lymphedema—a swelling in the arm—after breast cancer surgery that removes lymph nodes. If you qualify, you'll learn special exercises and care steps to lower your risk.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18–75 - NCT04665882Recruiting
Prediction tool for arm swelling after breast cancer surgery
This trial tests a prediction tool (a “nomogram”) to estimate who is at risk of developing breast cancer–related lymphedema, or long-term arm swelling, after surgery. If you fit the surgery and lymph node criteria, your information may help personalize follow-up and prevention.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–80 - NCT04690439Recruiting
Light therapy to treat breast cancer–related arm swelling
This trial studies whether a noninvasive light-based treatment (photobiomodulation) can reduce breast cancer–related lymphedema, which is swelling in the arm or chest area due to lymph fluid buildup. If you qualify, you’ll be asked to follow a set treatment and follow-up schedule to see if symptoms improve safely.
Hasselt, LimburgAges 18 years+ - NCT06324721Recruiting
Understanding arm swelling after breast cancer treatment
This study looks at why some people feel arm swelling (lymphedema) after breast cancer treatment even when tests don't show swelling. It follows people who are about to have breast surgery with lymph node removal and checks how they feel over time.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 18 years+ - NCT06374745Recruiting
A surgery plan for chronic lymphedema after breast cancer
This trial looks at a combined approach to treat chronic lymphedema (long-term arm swelling) after breast cancer treatment. Doctors will use different surgical techniques, alone or together, to see which works best.
BaselAges Any age - NCT07215169Recruiting
Manual lymph drainage for head and neck lymphedema
This study tests whether manual lymph drainage, a gentle massage technique, can reduce swelling in the head and neck after radiation therapy for throat cancer. It may help people who have completed treatment within the last year.
Lund, Skåne CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT07073586Recruiting
Lymphovenous anastomosis for leg lymphedema
This trial tests if a surgical procedure called lymphovenous anastomosis (LVA) can reduce swelling in the leg caused by lymphedema. It's for people with mild to moderate lymphedema who have been cancer-free for at least one year.
Odense, FynAges 18 years+ - NCT05366699Recruiting
Procedure to help prevent arm swelling after breast surgery
This trial studies a new procedure meant to lower the chance of getting lymphedema (arm swelling) after breast cancer surgery that removes lymph nodes in the armpit. It may help patients reduce the risk of long-term arm swelling, especially after lymph node dissection.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT01521741Recruiting
Breast cancer lymphedema screening to detect early swelling
This trial looks at whether scheduled measurements can spot early swelling (lymphedema) in people with breast cancer. It may help find problems sooner so treatment or prevention steps can start earlier.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05804643Recruiting
MRI scans to study swelling from breast cancer
This study uses special MRI (a detailed body scan) to better evaluate arm or hand swelling caused by breast-cancer–related lymphedema. It may help doctors understand how to measure lymphedema more accurately.
TaipeiAges 20 years+ - NCT04687956Recruiting
Preventing arm swelling after breast cancer lymph node surgery
This study looks at ways to prevent arm swelling (lymphedema) related to breast cancer after surgery to remove lymph nodes. It may help people who are getting axillary lymph node dissection lower the chance of long-term swelling.
SeoulAges 19 years+ - NCT07854262Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for arm swelling after breast cancer
This study tests whether a treatment called extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT), which uses sound waves, can reduce arm swelling (lymphedema) that some people get after breast cancer treatment. It may help if you have had arm swelling for less than 4 years and have finished your cancer treatment.
AnkaraAges 18 years+ - NCT07855627Recruiting
Predicting lymphedema risk before surgery
This study looks at whether a simple measurement taken before surgery can help predict if you might develop lymphedema (arm swelling) after treatment. It is for women with newly diagnosed inflammatory breast cancer who are planning to have standard treatments.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06321653Recruiting
Lymphedema after radiation for early breast cancer with 1-2 positive nodes
This trial aims to see if a shorter course of radiation after breast-conserving surgery affects arm swelling (lymphedema) in people with early breast cancer that has spread to 1 or 2 nearby lymph nodes. The goal is to learn if this approach is safe and effective.
MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT06325618Recruiting
Studying lymphedema and blood vessels in Turner syndrome
This study looks at swelling (lymphedema), inflammation, and blood vessels in women with Turner syndrome. It uses MRI scans to understand these issues better.
Aarhus NAges 18–100 - NCT05469945Recruiting
Prevention study for leg swelling after gynecologic cancer treatment
This study looks at what to do to help prevent or better manage leg swelling (lymphedema) after treatment for certain gynecologic cancers. You may be asked to use a diary or app and complete questionnaires so the team can track symptoms over time.
GhentAges 18–99 - NCT05064176Recruiting
Reconstructive lymph surgery plus usual care for lymphoedema
This study tests whether adding a reconstructive lymph surgery to standard lymphoedema care improves symptoms and function. It may help people with moderate lymphoedema who have already tried therapy for several months.
GhentAges 18 years+ - NCT07767305Recruiting
Taping vs compression for breast swelling after radiation
This study compares two non-drug treatments for breast swelling (lymphedema) that can happen after breast-conserving surgery and radiation. It tests whether special tape (Kinesio Taping) works as well as compression therapy to reduce swelling and symptoms.
Tangshan, HebeiAges 18 years+ - NCT07697482Recruiting
Breathing and relaxation training for leg swelling
This study tests whether combining breathing and relaxation exercises with standard care can help reduce leg swelling and improve how well you walk. It is for women who have had lymphedema in their legs for at least 3 months.
AdanaAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for lymphedema?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 96 recruiting lymphedema studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a lymphedema trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a lymphedema trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.