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NCT05609526

Inspiratory and Calf Muscles Training in Patients With Leg Lymphedema

Status unknown NA Last updated 18 November 2022
What this trial tests

NA trial testing Compression Therapy in Lymphedema of Leg in 45 participants. Status unknown.

Timeline
14 November 2022
Primary endpoint
10 June 2023
12 September 2023

Quick facts

Lead sponsorIstanbul University - Cerrahpasa
PhaseNA
StatusStatus unknown
Study typeINTERVENTIONAL
Allocationrandomized
Designparallel
Maskingsingle
Primary purposetreatment
Enrollment45
Start date14 November 2022
Primary completion10 June 2023
Estimated completion12 September 2023

Drugs / interventions tested

Conditions studied

Sponsor

Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa

Who can join

Adults 18 to 75, any sex, with Lymphedema of Leg or Lymphedema. Patients with the condition only — healthy volunteers not accepted.

Sponsor's own description

Lymphedema results in the accumulation of protein-rich fluid in the subcutaneous tissue as a result of the failure of the lymphatic system, which returns water and protein in the interstitial spaces to the bloodstream. The aim of its treatment is to return this fluid accumulated in the interstitial space to the venous system. Early diagnosis and subsequent treatment of lymphedema, which is a chronic and progressive problem, is important to improve symptoms and prevent complications. Exercises recommended by specialist physiotherapists increase lymph flow and improve protein resorption. Exercises applied with compression bandages or compression garments provide significant improvement in patients with lymphedema. The aim of this study is to provide inspiratory muscle training and leg compression therapy together with compression therapy in patients with lower extremity lymphedema. To evaluate the effectiveness of these exercises on the patient's extremity volume and fullness, tissue water content, edema status, walking capacity, functionality and quality of life by comparing the effectiveness of muscle exercise training. In addition, researchers aim to determine the more effective exercise method for these patients.

Publications & conference data

2 peer-reviewed publications reference this trial (live from Europe PMC):

  1. The effect of muscles in the treatment of lower limb lymphedema: respiratory muscles or leg muscles?
    Akgul A, Mazi İ, Aydin G, Yavuz M, et al · · 2025 · cited 1× · PMID 40214771 · DOI 10.1007/s00520-025-09436-3
  2. The effect of exercise in patients with lower limb lymphedema: a systematic review.
    Wittenkamp MC, Christensen J, Vinther A, Juhl CB. · · 2025 · cited 1× · PMID 40165003 · DOI 10.2340/1651-226x.2025.42560

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