Clinical Trial

TECAR and ESWT in Obesity-Related Lower Limb Lymphedema

Completed
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Summary
This randomized controlled trial evaluates the effectiveness of adding TECAR therapy or extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) to complex decongestive therapy (CDT) in the treatment of bilateral lower-limb lymphedema in severely obese patients. Forty-five female participants were randomly assigned to one of three groups: CDT alone, CDT combined with TECAR, or CDT combined with ESWT. The interventions were applied over a four-week period. The primary outcome was reduction in limb circumference, while secondary outcomes included quality of life, pain intensity, and tissue stiffness. Assessments were conducted at baseline, after 4 weeks of treatment, and at 8 weeks follow-up.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07520942
Lead Sponsor Applied Science Private University
Conditions Lymphedema, Obesity & Overweight
Enrollment 45 participants
Start Date 2025-10-25
Primary Completion 2026-02-06 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-02-06 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-04-09