LYMPHEDEMA

This study looked at whether adding lymphovenous anastomosis surgery to complex decongestive physiotherapy (CDP) helps people with lymphedema after cancer treatment. 26 adults with stage 2 or 3 lymphedema were split into two groups: one received surgery plus CDP, the other receiv…

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. The goal is to create a simple way f…

This study tested a new, portable wearable device (Koya) that uses active compression to treat leg swelling from lymphedema or chronic venous insufficiency. It compared this device to a standard pneumatic compression device in 121 adults. The goal was to see if the new device cou…

This study compared an advanced pneumatic compression device (APCD) to usual care for managing lymphedema (swelling) in 236 head and neck cancer survivors. The device uses air pressure to reduce swelling and fibrosis. Researchers measured changes in internal and external swelling…

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 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 looked at whether adding a machine called LPG Cellu M6 to standard treatment helps reduce arm swelling (lymphedema) in breast cancer survivors. About 93 people with moderate to severe swelling took part. The goal was to see if more than 30% of the extra fluid in the ar…

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 whether a 12-week program of gentle resistance exercises combined with special compression garments could help reduce arm swelling in women who developed lymphedema after breast cancer surgery. Researchers enrolled 60 women with mild to moderate chronic swelling…

This study tested a new wearable compression device (Dayspring) against a standard pneumatic device for treating lymphedema in 50 adults with breast cancer-related arm swelling. The goal was to see if the wearable device is safe and effective at reducing swelling and improving qu…

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 examined tender spots in the muscles and measured pain levels. The goal was to understand how these conditi…

This study looked at whether simple questionnaires can help detect lymphedema—a swelling complication—earlier in breast cancer patients who had lymph nodes removed from their armpit. About 101 adults took part, filling out surveys about their quality of life and symptoms. Researc…