Exercise program for breast cancer arm swelling
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Cancer, Skin clinical trials.
This study tests whether a combined exercise program can help reduce breast cancer-related lymphedema (arm swelling). If you have stable lymphedema after breast cancer surgery, exercise may improve your symptoms and quality of life.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older.
- You have had breast cancer surgery that removed at least one lymph node.
- You have a confirmed, stable lymphedema in one arm only (not both).
- You are willing and able to exercise, and you have not been in a structured exercise program in the last 6 months.
- You do not have unstable lymphedema, current IV chemo or radiation, or certain other health conditions like uncontrolled heart disease, type 2 diabetes, or kidney disease.
Quick eligibility check
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