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New treatment option for Lower Limb Lymphedema
Official title Effects of Hydrotherapy on Unilateral Lower Extremity Lymphedema
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06839885
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Lymphedema is a chronic condition that negatively affects patients' quality of life and lower extremity functions, causing swelling and a feeling of heaviness in the extremity, as well as posing an economic burden. The gold standard in lymphedema treatment is complex decongestive therapy.Manual lymphatic drainage, skin care, the use of compression garments, and home exercise programs play an important role.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 75
You may be able to join if
- Patients with primary or secondary unilateral lower extremity lymphedema diagnosis
- Patients who have received at least 2 weeks of complex decongestive therapy in the past
- Patients who are cooperative with hydrotherapy treatments
- Patients who are willing to participate in the treatment
- Patients aged 18-75
You likely can't join if
- Patients who are unable to perform the evaluation parameters
- Patients with serious systemic diseases that may prevent exercise
- Patients who have had an injury and/or surgery in the last 6 months
- Conditions where hydrotherapy is contraindicated (severe fear of water, behavioral problems, shortness of breath at rest, incontinence, known...
- Patients with an active infection anywhere in the body
- Patients who have undergone sentinel lymph node biopsy
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients with primary or secondary unilateral lower extremity lymphedema diagnosis
- Patients who have received at least 2 weeks of complex decongestive therapy in the past
- Patients who are cooperative with hydrotherapy treatments
- Patients who are willing to participate in the treatment
- Patients aged 18-75
- Patients who are unable to perform the evaluation parameters
- Patients with serious systemic diseases that may prevent exercise
- Patients who have had an injury and/or surgery in the last 6 months
- Conditions where hydrotherapy is contraindicated (severe fear of water, behavioral problems, shortness of breath at rest, incontinence, known chlorine allergy, open wound, acute systemic illness, epilepsy, tracheostomy...
- Patients with an active infection anywhere in the body
- Patients who have undergone sentinel lymph node biopsy
- Patients with active metastatic disease
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 75 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.