NCT07037316

Effect of PRE With LT Versus PRE With Compression Bandages on Lymphedema in Pregnant Females

Effect of Progressive Resistance Exercise With Lymphatic Taping Versus Progressive Resistance Exercise With Compression Bandages on Lymphedema in Pregnant Females

• Status: Active Not Recruiting
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 59 (actual)
• Sponsor: Superior University · Academic / Other
• Sex: Female
• Age: 18 Years – 40 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

This Study aims to compare the effectiveness of progressive resistance exercise (PRE) combined with lymphatic taping versus PRE combined with compression bandaging in managing lower limb lymphedema in pregnant women. Lymphedema during pregnancy is often caused by hormonal and mechanical changes that lead to fluid retention and swelling, significantly affecting mobility and quality of life. The study will involve 59 pregnant women diagnosed with lymphedema, divided into two groups.

Detailed description

Both groups will follow a supervised PRE program, with one group receiving lymphatic kinesio taping and the other receiving compression bandaging as adjunct treatments. Outcomes will be assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for pain, Borg scale for exertion, and Disability Rating Index for functional limitations. Data will be collected at baseline, week 4, and week 8.

Conditions

• Lymphedema

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
DIAGNOSTIC_TEST	progressive resistance exercise with lymphatic taping	Participants will receive a supervised, moderate-to-vigorous intensity resistance training program designed specifically for pregnant women, The resistance training will involve the use of light barbells (1-10 lbs) and weight plates (2.5-10 lbs), targeting all major muscle groups through 50-80 repetitions per muscle group over 3-5 minutes, with short rest intervals. Exercises will be performed at a self-rated intensity level considered moderate to vigorous, following the Borg scale for perceived exertion. The training program is based on the BodyPump format but modified to suit pregnancy-related safety considerations.
DIAGNOSTIC_TEST	progressive resistance exercise with compression Bandage	Participants in will receive progressive resistance exercise same as Group B and also receive thecompression bandaging as the primary intervention for the management of lower-limb oedema during pregnancy. The compression bandage will be applied in a multi-layered manner, beginning from the base of the toes and extending proximally to below the knee, ensuring graded pressure with higher compression distally and gradually reducing proximally to support venous and lymphatic return. Prior to each application, participants will be asked to lie in a supine position with their legs elevated for 15-20 minutes to reduce pre-existing swelling.

Timeline

• Start date: 2025-03-04
• Primary completion: 2025-06-01
• Completion: 2025-09-30
• First posted: 2025-06-25
• Last updated: 2025-06-25

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Pakistan