TECAR and ESWT in Obesity-Related Lower Limb Lymphedema

概要

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.