The effect of compression therapies and therapeutic modalities on lymphedema secondary to cancer: a rapid review and evidence map.

ABSTRACT: The identification of effective therapeutic modalities to manage lymphedema secondary to cancer is a high priority among patients and clinicians. Complex decongestive therapy (CDT) remains a fundamental intervention for individuals with lymphedema; however, interventions involving modalities such as low level laser therapy, specially designed compression systems, and compression pumps may be helpful to improve outcomes and reduce costs of care. We conducted a rapid review of the literature examining compression therapies and therapeutic modalities in the treatment of lymphedema secondary to cancer. A search of the electronic databases from June 2018 to October 2023 was performed including MEDLINE, EMBASE, and CINAHL. The electronic search yielded 438 potentially relevant citations with 40

SUBMITTER: McNeely ML 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11486789 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature