Shock wave therapy for leg swelling from lymphedema
Part of Blood & lymphatic clinical trials.
This trial tests whether extracorporeal shock wave therapy—a non-invasive treatment that uses sound waves—can help reduce swelling in the legs caused by lymphedema. You would receive this treatment while continuing your current compression therapy.
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Who can take part
- Age 18–80 years
- Diagnosed with lower extremity lymphedema (leg swelling) at least 6 months ago
- Completed at least one intensive decongestive therapy (CDT) phase in the last 6 months
- Currently in maintenance phase of CDT and regularly wearing compression garments
- No active cancer treatment, infection, blood clotting disorders, or cardiac pacemaker
- Not pregnant
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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