Lymphedema of Upper Limb
Conditions
Brief summary
To compare the effects of Kinesio taping and compression garmets on the upper extremity lymphedema,functional disability and quality of life after mastectomy.
Detailed description
The study's primary goal was to find the effects of Kinesio taping and compression garments on the upper extremity lymphedema following mastectomy. This aim was realized through the current study results, the findings of the current study showed that Kinesio taping and compression garments were equally effective on the upper extremity lymphedema following mastectomy.
Interventions
OTHEREffect of kinesio taping on upper limb lymphedema
Group A received Kinesio taping 2 times a week for 3 weeks to reduce lymphedema and Group B received pressure garments(20-60 mm Hg) for at least 15 to 18 hours per day for 3 weeks
Sponsors
Riphah International University
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
FEMALE
Age
45 Years to 75 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* • Age (45 years-75 years) * Patients with edema after 1-year mastectomy * Unilateral lymphedema * Arm circumference change (Arm circumference unilateral than 2 cm or less than 8 cm in comparison with the other side was included) * Functional disability or limited movements (shoulder, arm, and hand)
Exclusion criteria
* • Active disease leading to swelling * Patients on medications, especially diuretics * Allergy * Infection * Pregnancy * Heart and kidney diseases * Bilateral lymphedema * Skin diseases * Cellulitis.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Girth Measurement (with Tape) | 3 weeks | The tape was used to assess the limb diameter. |
| Handgrip strength was evaluated using a dynamometer | 3 weeks | A dynamometer was used to assess muscle strengthening and hand grip strengthening |
| The quality of life was assessed by a cancer-specific questionnaire (EORTC QLQ-C30) | 3 weeks | The EORTC Core Quality of Life Questionnaire (EORTC QLQ-C30) was used to assess the physical, psychological, and social well-being of cancer patients. The EORTC QLQ-C30 was proven to be useful and valid in measuring the quality of life in patients with advanced illness in this investigation |
| Disabilities of arm, Shoulder and Hand Questionnaire (DASH) | 3 weeks | The function was assessed using the validated 30-item Quick-Disabilities of Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (Quick DASH) assessment. Respondents are asked to score their capacity to undertake specific activities (such as heavy housework or carrying a shopping bag); the degree of interference with regular social activities, work activities, sleep impairment, pain ratings, and altered sensations |
Countries
Pakistan
Contacts
Primary ContactFatima Tariq, m-phil
Backup Contactsobia kanwal, DPT
Outcome results
None listed