Tape or laser? new study tests two simple treatments for Post-Cancer arm swelling

NCT ID NCT06808178

First seen May 14, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026

Summary

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 for improving arm size, pain, hand strength, and quality of life.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Cairo -Beni-Suif University Hospital

    GIZA, Cairo Governorate, 11865, Egypt

  • Cairo University Hospital

    Cairo, Cairo Governorate, 11865, Egypt

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