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Two different physiotherapy methods compared as treatment for lymphedema after breast surgery
December 1st, 2005
Two different physiotherapy methods were compared as treatment for lymphedema after breast surgery. "The aim of this study was to compare two different physiotherapy methods in the treatment of lymphedema after breast surgery. This study was performed on 53 patients who had developed unilateral lymphedema after the breast cancer treatment," scientists in Turkey reported. "Twenty-seven patients served as the experimental group and were treated with complex decongestive physiotherapy (CDP) applications including lymph drainage, multi-layer compression bandage, elevation, remedial exercises and skin care," explained K. Didem and colleagues, Dokuz Eylul...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2005-12-01)
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