To compare the effects of Kinesio taping and compression garmets on the upper extremity lymphedema,functional disability and quality of life after mastectomy.
The study's primary goal was to find the effects of Kinesio taping and compression garments on the upper extremity lymphedema following mastectomy. This aim was realized through the current study results, the findings of the current study showed that Kinesio taping and compression garments were equally effective on the upper extremity lymphedema following mastectomy.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
30
Group A received Kinesio taping 2 times a week for 3 weeks to reduce lymphedema and Group B received pressure garments(20-60 mm Hg) for at least 15 to 18 hours per day for 3 weeks
Lahore General Hospital
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan
RECRUITINGGirth Measurement (with Tape)
The tape was used to assess the limb diameter.
Time frame: 3 weeks
Handgrip strength was evaluated using a dynamometer
A dynamometer was used to assess muscle strengthening and hand grip strengthening
Time frame: 3 weeks
The quality of life was assessed by a cancer-specific questionnaire (EORTC QLQ-C30)
The EORTC Core Quality of Life Questionnaire (EORTC QLQ-C30) was used to assess the physical, psychological, and social well-being of cancer patients. The EORTC QLQ-C30 was proven to be useful and valid in measuring the quality of life in patients with advanced illness in this investigation
Time frame: 3 weeks
Disabilities of arm, Shoulder and Hand Questionnaire (DASH)
The function was assessed using the validated 30-item Quick-Disabilities of Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (Quick DASH) assessment. Respondents are asked to score their capacity to undertake specific activities (such as heavy housework or carrying a shopping bag); the degree of interference with regular social activities, work activities, sleep impairment, pain ratings, and altered sensations
Time frame: 3 weeks
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