Gentle touch therapy tested for breast cancer arm swelling
NCT ID NCT07257679
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a special massage technique called 'Gentle Touch' to see if it can reduce arm swelling (lymphedema) in women who had breast cancer surgery. Thirty-six women aged 30 to 75 will receive either Gentle Touch or standard care twice a week for five weeks. The goal is to improve arm volume and quality of life.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Santa Lucia Foundation IRCCS
ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITINGRoma, RM, 00179, Italy
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Santa Lucia Foundation, Scientific Institute for Research and Health Care
RECRUITINGRoma, RM, 00179, Italy
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