Project Limb Rescue
Official Title
Project Limb Rescue: A pilot study evaluating the feasibility of transcutaneous sensors for the detection of cancer-related lymphedema.
Purpose
The goal of the study is to test the success of using two types of sensors at rest after a bike exercise on volunteers with and without lymphedema, to look for differences in their readings. This part of the study will be testing persons who do not have lymphedema.
Could this study be right for you?
- No history of cancer related to lymphedema, cancer in your arm, or the lymph nodes in the arm
- Able to complete a brief biking exercise for about seven minutes
- No metal implants
- Willingness to take off shoes and any metal jewelry
- Not currently pregnant
- Not currently incarcerated
Your participation will involve completing an online or over the phone screening.
This visit will take approximately 2.5 hours.