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Filter by:Our aim was to identify optimal incision sites for LVA in extremity lymphedema that would result in the most effective drainage effect for reducing limb edema and enhancing patients' quality of life.
Supermicrosurgical LVA has been proven effective in treating moderate to severe lymphedema, including cases with diffuse dermal backflow (DB) and even severe lymphatic fluid leakage. Therefore, the use of LVA should not be limited to mild lymphedema, and its indications should be expanded to become a primary surgical approach for more severe lymphedema cases. Among all surgical procedures for lymphedema, LVA is the least invasive, allowing for rapid recovery, minimizing the complications, and reducing medical costs.
During the Covid-19 pandemic, rehabilitation services for all patients were affected, and a term that was previously in use but gained popularity during the pandemic entered our vocabulary: 'Telerehabilitation'. The purpose of our study is to evaluate the treatment process and adherence of patients undergoing telerehabilitation.
To determine whether body awareness and upper extremity functionality are affected in patients with or without lymphedema development after breast cancer surgery in comparison with individuals without a history of cancer.
The aim of this study is to evaluate the feasibility of shear-wave elastography for the diagnosis and staging of breast cancer related lymphedema by assessing the skin and subcutaneous tissues of the arm and forearm, which could serve as a reference standard and be more easily applicable in daily life; and to investigate the relationship between the patients' symptoms and elastographic measurements.
Lymphedema is an external manifestation of lymphatic system insufficiency and deranged lymph transport. It is defined as accumulation in the extracellular space of protein-rich fluid, due to a mechanical failure of the lymphatic system. Lymphedema directly affects the quality of life of the patient, not only in the physical aspect, but also in the psychological, sexual and social aspects. Muscle and joint pumps are important external mechanisms of lymphatic and venous fluid return improvement. The unstable shoes demands, especially during standing, increased muscle activity in the lower extremities. A clinical trial was carried out comparing both kinds of footwear, the objective being to evaluate possible differences in the evolution of lymphedema. Unstable shoes (MBT®) were compared with conventional sports shoes. During a clinical trial lasting eight weeks, we assessed quality of life, limb volume, and symptoms derived from lymphedema. The results suggested that the use of unstable shoes is recommendable for walking and for long periods of standing, since it decreases leg cramping and paraesthesia of affected limbs.
Breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) is a common complication affecting the upper extremity following breast cancer treatment. This study aims to investigate the relationship between lymphedema severity and shoulder joint function and muscle activation patterns in breast cancer survivors.
1-Subjects: Sixty-eight patients sample size according to G power who have Axillary web syndrome post mastectomy participated in this study. Their ages ranged from 35 to 55 years. The participants selected from learning hospitals (Al kasr Al Ayni hospital and National cancer institute) and randomly distributed into 2 equal groups. 1.1 Design of study: In this study the patients randomly assigned into two equal groups (34 patients for each group) 1.1(a) Group A: (Pilates Exercise) 1.1(b) Group B: (Manual Lymphatic Drainage) 2. Equipment's and Tools: Equipment in this study divided into two main categories: measuring and therapeutic equipment. 2.1. Measuring Equipment: The following tools are used to assess Range of motion and pain for shoulder joint: 2.1 (a) Measuring and assessment of pain by: - Visual analogue scale 2.2 (b) Measuring range of motion (ROM) by: - Electronic Goniometer 2.3 (c) Measuring Disability of the arm, shoulder and hand by: - DASH questionnaire (Disability of the arm, shoulder and hand). 2.2. Therapeutic Equipment: 1. Pilates exercise 2- Manual lymphatic drainage 3. Procedures of the study: The procedures of this study are classified into the following: 3.1 Measurement Procedures: All measurements have been taken before treatment (pre) after 9 weeks (post 1) after 9 weeks (post 2). 1.1 (a) Assessment of pain of shoulder joint • Assessment of upper limb pain using visual analogue scale 3.1(b) Assessment of Range of motion of shoulder joint: By Electronic Goniometer. 3.1 (c) Assessment of Disability of the arm, shoulder and hand The disabilities of the arm, shoulder and hand questionnaire (DASH) 1.2 Therapeutic procedures: 3.2(a) procedures of Pilates exercise program: 1. Shoulder Abduction with External Rotation exercise 2. Shoulder bridge exercise 3. Mermaid sitting exercise. 4. Standing Pilates mermaid exercise with towel 5. Rocking exercise 6. Saw Pilates exercise. 7. Bird-dog Pilates exercise. 8. Roll up exercise. 9. Cobra pose exercise. 10. Child pose exercise.
This study was conducted: - To investigate the effect of MLS Laser in the management of patients with unilateral BCRL regarding lymphatic flow, volumetric measurement and HRQL assessment. - To investigate the effect of CCT in the management of patients with unilateral BCRL regarding lymphatic flow, volumetric measurement and HRQL assessment. - To compare the effect of MLS Laser versus CCT in the management of patients with unilateral BCRL regarding lymphatic flow, volumetric measurement and HRQL assessment.
the aim of this study is to investigate the effect of GA-AS laser versus microcurrent on post-mastectomy shoulder pain and lymphedema.