Resistance Exercise for Lower Leg Swelling
Part of Blood & lymphatic clinical trials.
This study tests whether strength-training exercises can help reduce swelling in the lower leg caused by lymphedema. You'll wear compression garments as usual and add supervised resistance exercises to see if they improve your symptoms and quality of life.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with lymphedema (fluid swelling) in one or both lower legs
- You have completed an initial phase of compression bandaging treatment
- You wear a compression garment on your affected leg(s) at least 5–6 days per week during the day
- Your calf measurement is between 35 and 75 centimeters (about 14–30 inches)
- You do not have severe nerve damage, skin wounds, or recent infections in the affected leg
- You are not currently receiving cancer 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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