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
Uskudar University
50 participants
Mar 6, 2026
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
Inclusion Criteria3
- Being between 18 and 60 years of age.
- Being included in the study 3 months after undergoing surgery.
- Being able to tolerate compression bandages or compression garments.
Exclusion Criteria1
- \- Individuals who need to restart active cancer treatment during the study period. - Being within the first 3 months after surgery.
Interventions
Classic lymphedema physiotherapy will be applied.
In addition to classic lymphedema physiotherapy, a progressive resistance exercise training program will be implemented.
Locations(1)
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NCT07448467