Description Module
The Description Module contains narrative descriptions of the clinical trial, including a brief summary and detailed description. These descriptions provide important information about the study's purpose, methodology, and key details in language accessible to both researchers and the general public.
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Description Module
Ignite Creation Date:
2025-12-25 @ 12:31 AM
Ignite Modification Date:
2025-12-25 @ 12:31 AM
NCT ID:
NCT00951067
Brief Summary:
The purpose of this study is to determine how well different treatments for acquired lymphedema work.
The study will compare 5 different non-invasive treatments for acquired lymphedema of the arm to see which treats lymphedema best.
Detailed Description:
This study will compare 5 non-invasive lymphedema treatments.
Patients will be assigned to either:
\- A combination of arm exercises, arm elevation, and wearing of a compression garment every day
OR
\- One of four possible pneumatic compression devices for just two hours every day.
Pneumatic compression devices are made up of an inflatable sleeve connected to a small controller unit that is plugged into the wall. They feel like having your blood pressure taken.
None of the treatments are experimental. None of the treatments are invasive. All the treatments are considered standard of care and are used in clinics throughout the United States. All of the treatments will be done at home.
The trial will last for 7 and 1/2 months and will require follow-up visits to monitor progress.
Study:
NCT00951067
Study Brief:
Protocol Section:
NCT00951067