RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07448467

Investigation of the Effectiveness of Progressive Resistance Exercise Training in the Management of Lymphedema.

Investigating the Effectiveness of Progressive Resistance Exercise Training in the Management of Lymphedema Developing After Breast Cancer Treatment: a Randomized Controlled Trial


Sponsor

Uskudar University

Enrollment

50 participants

Start Date

Mar 6, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

This study aims to investigate the effect of progressive resistance exercise training on the clinical findings and functional outcomes of lymphedema in individuals who develop upper extremity lymphedema after breast cancer treatment (surgery, chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy).


Eligibility

Sex: FEMALEMin Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 60 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This trial is investigating whether progressive resistance exercise training — gradually increasing weights and resistance over time — can effectively treat lymphedema, a condition causing persistent swelling (usually in the arm or leg) that occurs as a side effect of cancer surgery and lymph node removal. **You may be eligible if:** - You are between 18 and 60 years old - You have had surgery at least 3 months ago - You are able to tolerate compression bandages or compression garments (standard lymphedema treatment) **You may NOT be eligible if:** - You need to restart active cancer treatment during the study - It has been less than 3 months since your surgery Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

OTHERcontrol

Classic lymphedema physiotherapy will be applied.

OTHERexercise

In addition to classic lymphedema physiotherapy, a progressive resistance exercise training program will be implemented.


Locations(1)

Re-Heal Physiotherapist Sude BOYVADAOĞLU Healthy Living Center

Adana, Turkey (Türkiye)

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