Lymphedema treatment: is manual lymph drainage necessary?
NCT ID NCT06750679
First seen Apr 05, 2026 · Last updated Jun 17, 2026 · Updated 9 times
Summary
This study looked at whether adding manual lymph drainage (a special massage) to standard compression therapy improves fibrosis (scar tissue) and swelling in people with leg lymphedema. 31 adults with stage 2 or 3 lymphedema were split into two groups: one received compression alone, the other compression plus manual lymph drainage. Researchers measured swelling, skin thickness, and quality of life to see if the extra massage made a real difference.
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Bolu Abant Izzet Baysal University
Bolu, Merkez, 14030, Turkey (Türkiye)
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