Effects of physiotherapy on sleep and quality of life in women with lymphedema after breast cancer

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This investigation focuses on the impact of complex decongestive physiotherapy on sleep quality and overall quality of life in women suffering from breast cancer-related lymphedema. The study aims to enroll participants aged 18 to 85 who have been diagnosed with unilateral stage 2 lymphedema following breast cancer surgery. Through targeted physiotherapy interventions, the study seeks to alleviate physical symptoms and improve psychosocial well-being, addressing issues such as swelling, pain, and sleep disturbances. The methodology includes comprehensive assessments of participants' sleep quality and quality of life before and after the intervention.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Participants must be aged between 18 or 85 years,
* with a diagnosis of unilateral lymphedema in the upper extremity following breast cancer surgery
* stage 2 lymphedema confirmed by a doctor
* voluntary consent to participate in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

* refusal to participate in the study
* development of lymphedema due to primary causes, presence of bilateral upper extremity lymphedema
* active soft tissue infection in the lymphedematous arm
* mental or cognitive disorders
* inability to communicate or cooperate
* acute deep vein thrombosis, arterial insufficiency in the upper extremity, systemic diseases that could cause edema other than lymphedema (e.g., renal failure, liver failure, heart failure)
* use of sleep medications or antidepressants

Where it's running

• Bolu Abant Izzet Baysal University
  Bolu, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting
• Bolu Abant Izzet Baysal University
  Bolu, Turkey (Türkiye) Not yet recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Elif DUYGU, PhD
• Email: elifduygu@ibu.edu.tr
• Phone: +905052539010

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.