Complete Decongestive Therapy Versus Non-pneumatic Compression Therapy in Post Mastectomy Lymphedema

"Non-Pneumatic Compression Device (NPCD) is a wearable, portable system providing gradient sequential compression through shape-memory alloy actuators instead of air pressure. Frequency: 5 sessions per week for 8 weeks.~Intensity: Moderate, rhythmic static and dynamic compression applied distally to proximally, allowing safe lymphatic drainage.~Time: 40 minutes per session, once daily."

"Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT), is the gold-standard, non-invasive treatment for lymphedema. It combines manual lymphatic drainage (MLD), compression bandaging, exercise therapy, and skin care to reduce limb swelling and improve lymphatic flow.~Frequency: 5 sessions per week for 8 weeks. Intensity: Gentle manual drainage with multilayer compression Time: 60 minutes per session. Type: Therapist-guided manual and compression therapy followed by self-management.~CDT aims to decongest the limb, prevent fibrosis and infection, and enhance mobility and quality of life in post-mastectomy lymphedema patients."