Recruiting NA Breast Cancer Early Stage Breast Cancer (Stage 1-3)

New treatment option for Breast Cancer Early Stage Breast Cancer (Stage 1-3)

Official title Feasibility Trial of ScarWork for Post-breast Surgery Pain Syndrome.

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07206394

What this study is testing

What it's testing
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the United Kingdom (UK). Most women are treated with a combination of surgery and radiotherapy.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 18 and older

You may be able to join if

  • Over the age of 18
  • Early breast cancer patients who have had breast surgery with curative intent
  • Radiotherapy completed ≥ 6 months previously
  • In remission with no sign of active local disease
  • Registering a score of ≥3 on perceived pain intensity or pain burden on a 10-point numerical rating scale (NRS)

You likely can't join if

  • History of post-breast surgery wound complications
  • History of breast surgery unrelated to breast cancer treatment
  • History of previous ScarWork therapy
  • Diagnosis of lymphoedema
  • Severe co-morbidities or cognitive disability
  • Receiving physiotherapy for post-breast surgery pain syndrome at the time of trial
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • Over the age of 18
  • Early breast cancer patients who have had breast surgery with curative intent
  • Radiotherapy completed ≥ 6 months previously
  • In remission with no sign of active local disease
  • Registering a score of ≥3 on perceived pain intensity or pain burden on a 10-point numerical rating scale (NRS)
  • English speaking and able to communicate reasonably well
  • Able to give informed consent
  • Willing to attend for regular treatment at RLHIM
What rules you out
  • History of post-breast surgery wound complications
  • History of breast surgery unrelated to breast cancer treatment
  • History of previous ScarWork therapy
  • Diagnosis of lymphoedema
  • Severe co-morbidities or cognitive disability
  • Receiving physiotherapy for post-breast surgery pain syndrome at the time of trial

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • London, United Kingdom

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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include London, United Kingdom. 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.