Comparing physiotherapy methods for lymphedema after surgery
Official title: Effect of Complex Decongestive Physiotherapy Applied After Lymphovenous Anastomosis Surgery on Extremity Volume, Quality of Life and Patient Satisfaction (Randomized Controlled Study)
Run by Necmettin Erbakan University · NCT06167993 · Data updated 2026-05-14
This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.
This study is testing if a special type of physiotherapy helps people with lymphedema feel better after surgery compared to those who only get the therapy without surgery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | Women only |
| Enrollment | 26 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Necmettin Erbakan University Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | chemotherapy, radiation |
| Locations | 2 sites (Konya and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06167993 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-65 with unilateral stage 2 or 3 lymphedema who have undergone lymphovenous anastomosis surgery at least one month prior.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with bilateral lymphedema, systemic disease-related edema, or those who have had LVA surgery more than 1.5 months ago may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Complex Decongestive Physiotherapy (CDP) in patients with lymphedema who have undergone lymphovenous anastomosis surgery compared to those who have not had surgery. A total of 26 volunteers will be randomly assigned to receive either CDP after surgery or CDP alone. The study will assess extremity volume, quality of life, and patient satisfaction through various measurements and questionnaires. The treatment will involve a comprehensive approach including manual lymph drainage, skin care, compression therapy, and therapeutic exercises over a 20-session period.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve treatment outcomes and quality of life for patients suffering from lymphedema.
How similar studies have gone: While the approach of using CDP is established, the specific comparison of post-surgery outcomes with and without CDP is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Between the ages of 18-65, * Having unilateral lower extremity or upper extremity lymphedema, * Being diagnosed with Stage 2 and 3 lymphedema, * Receiving lymphedema therapy for the first time, * Adjuvant chemotherapy for gynecological cancer, * Having completed radiation and surgical treatment at least 3 months and at most 5 years ago, * Patients with lymph vessels seen on lymphangiography, * Patients who have undergone LVA surgery and 1 month has passed since the surgery date * No evidence of disease recurrence at last follow-up visit and * Individuals willing to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Those who do not volunteer to participate in the study, * Those with bilateral lower extremity lymphedema, * Having upper or lower extremity edema due to systemic disease, * Those with active infection, * Patients more than 1.5 months after LVA surgery * Known to have mental and cognitive disorders * Those who were unable to communicate and cooperate were not included.
Where it's running
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Bilsev İnce
Konya, Turkey Recruiting -
Hanife Dogan
Konya, Turkey Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Hanife Dogan, Assoc.Prof.
- Email: hanife_dogan@yahoo.com.tr
- Phone: +905075346142
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.