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Lymphatic drainage
Lymphatic drainage is a therapeutic procedure that facilitates the removal of fluid and waste products from tissues via the lymphatic system.
Lymphatic drainage is a therapeutic procedure that facilitates the removal of fluid and waste products from tissues via the lymphatic system. Used for Lymphedema management, Post-surgical edema reduction, Tissue fluid mobilization.
At a glance
| Generic name | Lymphatic drainage |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Biological determination in plasma: |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Montpellier |
| Modality | Biologic |
| Therapeutic area | Supportive Care / Physical Medicine |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
This is a physical/mechanical intervention rather than a pharmacological drug. It involves manual or mechanical techniques to stimulate lymphatic vessel contractions and promote the movement of lymph fluid through lymph nodes and vessels, thereby reducing tissue edema and supporting immune function. It is commonly used as a supportive care measure in clinical settings.
Approved indications
- Lymphedema management
- Post-surgical edema reduction
- Tissue fluid mobilization
Common side effects
Key clinical trials
- Disitamab Vedotin Plus Radiotherapy for Adjuvant Treatment of HER2-Expressing Cisplatin-Ineligible Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (PHASE2)
- Impact of a Technique of Massage During the First Week of Hospitalization on the Recycling of the Mobility of the Knee Further to the Installation of Knee Replacement (NA)
- Mechanical Stimulation on Pain Level and Functional Discomfort After Breast Cancer Surgery (NA)
- Impact of Virtual Reality (VR) Based Exercises on Lower Limb Lymphedema Outcomes (LELO) (NA)
- Short-Course RT Plus CAPOX and Tislelizumab vs Long-Course CRT Plus Tislelizumab for Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer (PHASE2)
- "Recovery Techniques on Pain, Force and Muscle Oxygenation in Athletes: A Crossover Trial" (NA)
- Mapping and Quantifying Lymphatic Drainage of the Arm's Alternate Pathway
- Imaging Lymphatic/Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Drainage From the Head and Neck in Persons With Traumatic Brain Injury: Demonstration of Feasibility and Evaluation of Manual Therapy to Improve Drainage and Facilitate Cognitive Recovery (NA)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
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