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Background
Lymphedema is known as a secondary complication of breast cancer treatment, caused by reduction on lymphatic flow and lymph accumulation on interstitial space. The Kinesio Taping (KT) has become an alternative treatment for lymphedema volume reduction. The objective of the study was to evaluate the literature through a systematic review on KT effects on lymphedema related to breast cancer.
Method
Search strategies were performed by the following keywords: “Kinesio Taping,” “Athletic Tape,” “Cancer,” “Neoplasm,” “Lymphedema,” and “Mastectomy” with derivations and different combinations. The following databases were accessed: SCIELO, LILACS, MEDLINE via PubMed, and PEDro, between 2009 and 2016. Studies published in English, Portuguese, and Spanish were considered for inclusion. The studies’ methodological quality was assessed by the PEDro scale.
Results
Seven studies were identified by the search strategy and eligibility. All of them showed positive effect in reducing lymphedema (perimeter or volume) before versus after treatment. However, with no effects comparing the KT versus control group or others treatments (standardized mean difference = 0.04, confidence interval 95%: -0.24; 0.33), the average score of the PEDro scale was 4.71 points.
Conclusion
KT was effective on postmastectomy lymphedema related to breast cancer; however, it is not more efficient than other treatments.
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Wij geven u recente informatie over de fascia en koppelen dit aan praktijkgerichte therapieën voor een snel en goed resultaat bij uw patiënten.
Wij geven u recente informatie over de fascia en koppelen dit aan praktijkgerichte therapieën voor een snel en goed resultaat bij uw patiënten.
Wij accepteren de volgende betaalmethodes:
