Physiotherapy for leg swelling from vein disease
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests whether adding a special physiotherapy program can help reduce leg swelling in people with vein disease. If you have swelling from varicose veins or other vein problems and have not tried certain treatments before, you may be able to join.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have swelling in your legs caused by vein problems (your doctor has diagnosed you with CEAP class 3 or 4 vein disease).
- Your leg swelling is not mild (it scores a 2 or 3 on a scale used by doctors).
- You are willing to follow the study schedule and do the treatments.
- You do not have a history of cancer in your pelvis or legs.
- You have not previously used a pneumatic compression device or had complete decongestive therapy (specialized leg swelling treatment).
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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