A randomized pilot study on self-management in head and neck lymphedema.

Background: The purpose of this pilot trial was to determine the feasibility of a self-managed lymphedema randomized control trial to test the effectiveness of a head and neck-specific exercise protocol.

Methods: Nine participants were randomized to receive usual treatment provided by an Australian metropolitan teaching hospital (n = 4) or usual treatment with an added head and neck exercise regime (n = 5). Feasibility was assessed through ease of recruitment, adherence, and safety.