LYMPHEDEMA

This study looked at 26 people with lymphedema (swelling) after cancer treatment. Half had lymphovenous anastomosis surgery plus complex decongestive physiotherapy (CDP), and the other half had CDP alone. Researchers measured arm or leg swelling, quality of life, and patient sati…

This study tested a device called Insight Pro to see if it can safely and accurately detect lymphatic and venous disorders that cause swelling. 67 adults with or without swelling in their arms or legs took part. The device uses electrical signals and skin hardness measurements to…

This study tested whether small, adhesive sensors placed on the skin can detect early signs of lymphedema, a painful arm swelling that can happen after cancer treatment. Researchers compared readings from 76 people with and without lymphedema to see if the sensors could tell the …

This study tested a new medical device called an elastograph. It was used to measure stiffness (fibrosis) in the skin of people with limb swelling from lymphedema or poor vein function (venous insufficiency). Researchers compared these measurements to the skin of healthy voluntee…

This study tested whether adding underwater electrical stimulation to standard care helps reduce arm swelling and pain in women after breast cancer surgery. Sixty women aged 30-55 took part. Half received standard care plus the underwater treatment, and half received only standar…

This study tested a new portable, non-pneumatic wearable device (Koya) against a standard pneumatic compression device for treating leg lymphedema. 121 adults with leg swelling from lymphedema or chronic venous insufficiency participated. The goal was to see if the new device cou…

This study tested whether starting a personalized exercise program before breast cancer surgery helps women recover better. Thirty female patients followed the program for 12 months. Researchers measured shoulder movement, pain, arm function, fatigue, and quality of life to see i…

This study tested a treatment called extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) for people with axillary web syndrome, a common complication after breast cancer surgery that causes pain and limited arm movement. Twenty patients who had breast cancer surgery and developed this condi…

This study tested a wearable compression device for people with leg lymphedema (chronic swelling). 24 adults used the device daily for 3 months. Researchers measured changes in swelling and quality of life to see if the device was safe and effective.

This study looked at whether adding a machine called LPG Cellu M6 to standard treatment helps reduce arm swelling in women with breast cancer-related lymphedema. 93 women with moderate to severe swelling were treated in the hospital. The goal was to see if more women could reduce…

This study looked at whether a 12-week program of gentle exercises combined with advanced compression sleeves can reduce arm swelling in breast cancer survivors. The swelling, called lymphedema, can happen after surgery. The study enrolled 60 women to see if they could stick with…

This study looked at two treatments—kinesio taping and low-level laser therapy—to help reduce arm swelling in women who developed lymphedema after breast cancer surgery. 66 women aged 40 to 55 with persistent swelling took part. The goal was to see which treatment worked better f…

This study compared a new wearable compression device (Dayspring) to a standard pneumatic pump for treating arm swelling caused by breast cancer treatment. Fifty adults with lymphedema used both devices to see which was safer and more effective at reducing swelling and improving …

This study looked at whether adding TECAR therapy or shock wave therapy to standard lymphedema care helps reduce leg swelling in severely obese women. Forty-five women received either standard care alone or combined with one of the two extra treatments over four weeks. Researcher…

This study tested whether an advanced pneumatic compression device (a sleeve that inflates and deflates to massage fluid out of swollen tissue) works better than usual care for head and neck lymphedema—a common side effect of cancer treatment. 236 head and neck cancer survivors w…

This study tested a new device to help people with arm lymphedema, a condition that causes painful swelling. Fifteen adults with lymphedema wore the device for 40 minutes. Researchers measured arm size, pain, and side effects before and after use, and compared results to standard…

This study tested small, wearable sensors to see if they can accurately detect lymphedema (swelling) in the arm. Thirty adults with lymphedema from cancer wore the sensors during one measurement session. The goal was to see if these sensors could measure tissue fluid and stiffnes…

This study looked at medical records of 172 adults with lymphedema to compare two treatments: LymphaTouch® (a device) and manual lymphatic drainage (a type of massage). The goal was to see which one reduces arm or leg swelling more. Researchers measured limb size before and after…

This study looked at whether focused questionnaires can detect lymphedema—a swelling complication—earlier than physical measurements like arm circumference. Researchers followed 101 breast cancer patients who had armpit lymph node removal. The goal was to improve early detection …

This study looked at 110 breast cancer patients to see if arm swelling (lymphedema) is linked to a specific type of muscle pain called myofascial pain syndrome. Researchers measured tender spots in the muscles and compared pain levels between affected and unaffected arms. The goa…