Can a simple massage ease Cancer-Related swelling in the face and neck?

NCT ID NCT07215169

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 31 times

Summary

This study looks at whether a special type of massage, called manual lymph drainage, can help reduce swelling in the face and neck caused by radiation therapy for head and neck cancer. Researchers will test if it's possible to run a larger study by enrolling 40 people who completed radiation treatment within the past year. The goal is to see if this gentle technique can improve comfort and quality of life for cancer survivors.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Lund university

    RECRUITING

    Lund, Skåne County, 22100, Sweden

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