Safety and efficacy of Meridian sinew tuina (MST) for post-surgical upper limb lymphedema: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

A systematic review and meta-analysis published in the Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology examined the safety and effectiveness of Meridian Sinew Tuina (MST), a traditional Chinese manual therapy, for managing post-surgical upper limb lymphedema. The analysis evaluated clinical outcomes including limb volume reduction and symptom relief, providing evidence relevant to rehabilitation professionals who treat patients with lymphedema following oncologic surgery. Physical therapists working in lymphedema management may find the findings useful when considering integrative or complementary manual therapy approaches.

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