LYMPHEDEMA

This study looked back at medical records to compare two physical therapies for reducing limb swelling (lymphedema). Researchers analyzed data from 172 adults who received either LymphaTouch® therapy or Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD). The main goal was to see which treatment led…

This study tested a device called Insight Pro to see if it can safely and effectively detect problems with fluid buildup and skin hardness in the arms and legs. The device uses gentle electrical measurements and a small tool to check the skin. Researchers compared measurements fr…

This study tested whether small, wearable sensors could accurately detect and measure lymphedema (chronic swelling) in cancer survivors. Researchers compared the sensors' readings against established medical measurements in 30 adults with arm lymphedema. The goal was to see if th…

This study tested a new medical device called an elastograph to see if it can measure skin stiffness in people with chronic limb swelling from lymphedema or poor vein function. Researchers compared skin measurements from 88 patients with these conditions to 48 healthy volunteers.…

This study tested a 12-week program combining strength training exercises with wearing advanced compression sleeves to see if it could reduce arm swelling (lymphedema) in breast cancer survivors. The goal was to find out if participants could comfortably wear the sleeves while ex…

This study looked at whether adding a special massage treatment called LPG Cellu M6 could help reduce arm swelling (lymphedema) in breast cancer survivors. Researchers compared standard bandage therapy alone to bandage therapy combined with the massage device. The goal was to see…

This study tested a new, portable, non-pneumatic compression sleeve (Dayspring) against a standard advanced pneumatic compression pump for treating lower leg lymphedema. It involved 121 adults with leg swelling to see which device was better at reducing limb volume, improving qua…

This study tested a new wearable compression sleeve against a standard air pump device to see which works better for reducing arm swelling (lymphedema) in breast cancer survivors. Fifty participants tried both devices for a month each to compare changes in arm volume and quality …

This study tested whether a special compression pump worn at home works better than standard care to reduce swelling in the head and neck area after cancer treatment. It involved 236 people who had finished cancer therapy but were still dealing with this painful and disfiguring s…

This study tested whether starting a personalized exercise program before breast cancer surgery and continuing it for a year could help with recovery. Thirty women participated, doing exercises to improve shoulder movement, strength, and posture. The goal was to see if this appro…

This study tested whether adding a special water-based electrical stimulation therapy to standard treatment could better reduce arm swelling and pain in women who developed lymphedema after breast cancer surgery. Sixty women were split into two groups: one received the standard t…

This study tested a new vibrating sleeve device to see if it safely reduces arm swelling and discomfort from lymphedema. Fifteen adults with diagnosed arm lymphedema tried the device for about 40 minutes before their regular weekly therapy. Researchers measured arm size and pain …

This small, completed study tested whether a treatment called extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) could help breast cancer survivors with axillary web syndrome (AWS). AWS causes painful cords under the arm and limits shoulder movement after surgery. The researchers wanted to…

This study tested a new wearable compression device to see if it is safe and effective for treating leg swelling caused by lymphedema. Twenty-four adults with leg swelling used the device for 45 minutes daily over three months. Researchers measured changes in leg volume and quali…

This study looked at whether swelling in the arm (lymphedema) after breast cancer treatment is connected to chronic muscle pain. Researchers examined 110 breast cancer survivors to see how common this pain is and how it affects arm movement and daily life. The goal was to better …