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Lymphedema, Breast Cancer clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 5 Lymphedema, Breast Cancer clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 15 countries (most in United States (3), Belgium (2), Italy (2)). By phase: Phase 4 (1). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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Newest Lymphedema, Breast Cancer clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| Gentle Touch therapy for arm lymphedema after breast cancer surgery | Phase 4 | Roma, RM and 1 other locations | Recruiting | Dec 2, 2025 |
| Comparing surgical and conservative treatments for chronic lymphedema after breast cancer | — | New Haven, Connecticut and 35 other locations | Recruiting | Jun 6, 2023 |
| Surgery to prevent lymphedema in breast cancer patients | — | Ghent, Oost-Vlaanderen | Recruiting | Nov 1, 2022 |
| LYMPHA procedure to prevent arm lymphedema after axillary lymph node removal | — | San Francisco, California | Recruiting | May 9, 2022 |
| Dayspring wearable compression for breast cancer–related arm lymphedema after lymphatic surgery | — | Palo Alto, California | Recruiting | May 17, 2021 |
All recruiting trials (5)
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Gentle Touch therapy for arm lymphedema after breast cancer surgery
We will test whether adding Gentle Touch lymphatic drainage to usual rehabilitation reduces arm swelling in women aged 30–75 with breast cancer–related lymphedema.
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Comparing surgical and conservative treatments for chronic lymphedema after breast cancer
This study is testing whether surgery can help improve the quality of life for people with chronic lymphedema after breast cancer compared to just using physical therapy.
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Surgery to prevent lymphedema in breast cancer patients
This study is testing whether a special surgery can help prevent lymphedema in breast cancer patients who are having their lymph nodes removed.
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LYMPHA procedure to prevent arm lymphedema after axillary lymph node removal
This trial will try adding the LYMPHA lymphatic reconstruction at the time of axillary lymph node removal to see if it lowers the risk of lymphedema in adults having lymphadenectomy for breast cancer.
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Dayspring wearable compression for breast cancer–related arm lymphedema after lymphatic surgery
This study will test whether the Dayspring wearable compression system helps move lymph and reduce arm swelling in adults with breast cancer–related lymphedema after lymphatic surgery.
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Quick answers
How many Lymphedema, Breast Cancer clinical trials are recruiting right now?
5, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 15 countries. The most sites are in United States (3 trials), Belgium (2 trials), Italy (2 trials), Austria (1 trial), Brazil (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 4: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
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