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Myofascial Massage for Post-Mastectomy Pain and Immobility
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Research Sponsored by MetroHealth Medical Center
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18 years or older
Self reported chronic pain or immobility since surgery
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up baseline, 1 month, 2 months, 8 months, and 14 months
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Study Summary
This trial will look at whether myofascial massage can help with pain and immobility following breast cancer surgery.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for women over 18 who had breast cancer surgery between 3-18 months ago, are experiencing chronic pain or immobility since the operation, and have finished all treatments like radiation and chemotherapy within the last 18 months. It's not for those who ended treatment more than 18 months ago, have lymphedema, open wounds, are on anticoagulants or currently getting massages.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study compares myofascial massage to light touch therapy in women after breast cancer surgery to see which is better at reducing pain and improving shoulder mobility. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of these two approaches in a controlled setting.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While myofascial massage is generally safe, potential side effects may include temporary soreness or bruising at the massage site. Light touch therapy is very gentle with minimal risk of physical side effects.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
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I am 18 years old or older.
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I have had chronic pain or trouble moving since my surgery.
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I am not planning to have any more surgeries.
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I had breast cancer surgery between 3 to 18 months ago.
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I am female.
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I finished my breast cancer treatment within the last 18 months.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ baseline, 1 month, 2 months, 8 months, and 14 months
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~baseline, 1 month, 2 months, 8 months, and 14 months
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Change in self reported mobility scores
Change in self reported pain scores
Secondary outcome measures
Grip Strength
Pressure/Pain Threshold
Quality of Life Survey-Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy - Breast (FACT-B)
+2 moreTrial Design
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Myofascial MassageExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants randomized to this group will receive 30 minutes of myofascial massage to their affected breast, chest, and shoulder areas twice a week for 2 months. Therapists will follow a detailed 8 week protocol developed with a massage therapy consultant and the study team.
Group II: Light TouchActive Control1 Intervention
Participants randomized to this group will receive 30 minutes of light touch to their affected breast, chest, and shoulder areas twice a week for 2 months.
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Who is running the clinical trial?
MetroHealth Medical CenterLead Sponsor
114 Previous Clinical Trials
21,187 Total Patients Enrolled
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I have open wounds or sores.I had surgery less than 3 months ago.I am not female.I have swelling due to lymph fluid buildup.I am 18 years old or older.I have had chronic pain or trouble moving since my surgery.I am currently getting massage treatments.I am not planning to have any more surgeries.I finished all cancer treatments over 18 months ago.I had breast cancer surgery between 3 to 18 months ago.I am female.I am under 18 years old.I finished my breast cancer treatment within the last 18 months.I am currently taking blood thinners.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Myofascial Massage
- Group 2: Light Touch
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
What is the scope of participation in this scientific research?
"Affirmative. According to information available on clinicaltrials.gov, this research endeavour is currently accepting participants and was initially posted in February 2020 with the last update being made in May 2022. 202 individuals are required for this experiment at a single site."
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What is the desired outcome of this experiment?
"This medical trial has been designed to measure a Change in self-reported mobility scores over the course of Baseline, 1 month, 2 months, 8 months and 14 months. Secondary assessments include Range of Motion (Shoulder range of motion measured by goniometer), Grip Strength (Hand grip strength evaluated via dynamometer) and Tissue Flexibility (Change in tissue flexibility observed through adherometer)."
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Is the opportunity still available for potential participants to join this experiment?
"Affirmative. The trial has been listed on clinicaltrials.gov since February 4th 2020 and was last modified on May 3rd 2022, signifying that it is actively recruiting patients."
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