Gentle breast massage after lumpectomy for breast cancer
Part of Cancer, Skin clinical trials.
This trial studies whether a special gentle massage technique (manual lymphatic drainage) can help women who have had breast-conserving surgery and will receive whole breast radiation. The goal is to see if it reduces side effects and improves recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman who has had a lumpectomy for breast cancer.
- You will be receiving whole breast radiation, with or without radiation to nearby lymph nodes.
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You can read and sign a consent form in English or Spanish.
- You do not have a chronic inflammatory illness or a collagen vascular disorder (such as scleroderma, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, or fibromyalgia).
- You do not have an active infection, heart problems, unstable angina, or other serious medical conditions that might affect your participation.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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