Exercise and compression therapy for breast cancer-related arm swelling
Part of Blood & lymphatic clinical trials.
This study tests whether combining arm exercises with pneumatic compression therapy (using a sleeve that inflates and deflates to reduce swelling) can help women with breast cancer-related lymphedema (arm swelling). It aims to see if this combination reduces arm swelling and improves arm function.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman aged 20 to 70 years.
- You have had surgery for breast cancer on one side, and you have been diagnosed with lymphedema (arm swelling) that is between 2 cm and 8 cm larger than the other arm at at least one point.
- You finished chemotherapy, radiation, or other treatments at least 3 months ago.
- You are able to attend 12 treatment sessions and complete all required check-ups, and you agree to sign a consent form.
- You do not have signs of cancer recurrence or spread, severe arm infection, uncontrolled heart failure, blood clots, or other serious arm or joint problems.
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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