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Summary: FIR TREE Lymphedema Study - Flexitouch® Intensive Randomized Trial to Reduce Edematous Extremities

We are seeking volunteers to participate in a clinical study to compare the Flexitouch® Lymphedema System, with the Lymphapress system

Qualified participants must have:

  • Life expectancy greater than six months
  • Stage II or III unilateral, upper or lower extremity lymphedema as a result of surgery, chemotherapy and/or radiation. (Diagnosis and stage of lymphedema must be confirmed by a certified lymphedema therapist from the Lymphedema Treatment Center.
  • Edema of the affected limb must have at least a 10% excess volume over the unaffected limb
  • Age 18 years of age or older

Qualified participants will be provided with study related examinations, services and equipment during the 6-month study.

16 study participants will use the Flexitouch ® Lymphedema System, and 16 study participants use the Lymphapress system in the home. Participation in the study is free of charge.

For more information about this research opportunity, please call.

Contact:

Karen Kowalik, RN, MBA, CCRP, CCRC
University of Minnesota, Department of Radiology, Academic Health Center
2-569 U Hospital, 500 Harvard St SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Telephone: 612-626-6087
Fax: 612-626-5580
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Trial listings updated: June 1, 2008 at 6:31:38 AM


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