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Exercise and Compression for Lymphedema (DREAM Trial)
DREAM Trial Summary
This trial is investigating the benefit of combining resistance exercise with use of a compression sleeve or wrap on arm lymphedema.
DREAM Trial Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowDREAM Trial Timeline
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Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.DREAM Trial Design
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- I agree to stop any special lymphedema treatments for 12 weeks.I am currently receiving or scheduled for chemotherapy or radiotherapy.I use a new compression sleeve daily for at least 12 hours.I have an infection in my limb, a blood clot, or cancer that has spread.You have a medical condition that could affect your ability to take part in the exercise program, such as a problem with your brain or thinking, being pregnant, using a pacemaker, or having another health issue that is not under control.I have had surgery to remove lymph nodes due to my cancer.I have had swelling due to lymph fluid buildup for over 3 months.I have noticeable swelling in one arm due to lymphedema, meeting the specified volume differences.I cannot wear compression garments due to poor blood flow or heart failure.I am a woman who has had breast cancer.I am in the maintenance phase for my lymphedema treatment.
- Group 1: Standard of Care
- Group 2: DPRE + compression sleeve during exercise
- Group 3: DPRE + AC garment during exercise
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- 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
Are there any available slots for individuals to participate in this research?
"Affirmatively, the details on clinicaltrials.gov demonstrate that this experimental protocol is actively recruiting participants. It was initially posted to the website on May 27th 2022 and has been updated as recently as the same day. The study requires 40 individuals to be found at a single medical centre."
How many participants are actively engaged in this clinical research endeavor?
"Yes, the information on clinicaltrials.gov verifies that this medical trial is actively enrolling individuals at this time. The initial posting of the study occurred on May 27th 2022 and has since been amended; 40 subjects are required from a single location for full enrollment."
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