Comparative Effects of KT and PG on UE Lymphedema and Functional Disability After Mastectomy

Sex: Female

Ages: 45 Years – 75 Years

Phase: NA

Enrollment: 30

Sponsor: Riphah International University

Summary

To compare the effects of Kinesio taping and compression garmets on the upper extremity lymphedema,functional disability and quality of life after mastectomy.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria:• Age (45 years-75 years)Patients with edema after 1-year mastectomyUnilateral lymphedemaArm 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 swellingPatients on medications, especially diureticsAllergyInfectionPregnancyHeart and kidney diseasesBilateral lymphedemaSkin diseasesCellulitis.

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