Phlebological insole: Can it help in the lymphoedema treatment? A scoping review.

This scoping review provided an overview of the topic. The studies analysed in this scoping review have shown that insoles seem to be beneficial in reducing the lower limb oedema in healthy individuals. However, there are still no comprehensive trials confirming this evidence on people with lymphoedema. The small number of identified articles, the selection of participants not affected by lymphoedema, the use of heterogeneous devices in terms of modifications and materials highlight the need of further investigations. Future trails should include people affected by lymphoedema, address the choice of materials in manufacturing the insoles and take in consideration the patients' adherence to the device and concordance to the treatment.