Status:

COMPLETED

Effectiveness of PNF Training for Improving for Muscle Strength, Function, and Pain After Axillary Lymph Node Dissection

Lead Sponsor:

Istanbul Medipol University Hospital

Conditions:

Breast Cancer

Muscle Strength

Eligibility:

FEMALE

30-65 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer affecting women of all ages worldwide. Advanced and comprehensive treatment options have increased survival rate and life expectancy, necessitating a fo...

Detailed Description

Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer affecting women of all ages worldwide. An increase in the incidence of breast cancer is observed with the effect of widespread screening programs today....

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Individuals diagnosed with stage II-III breast cancer
  • 30-65 years old
  • ALND was performed by the same surgeon regardless of breast resection level.
  • Receiving radiotherapy
  • Individuals who spent the first six months after surgery were included in the study.

Exclusion

  • Diagnosed with stage IV or metastatic breast cancer
  • Developing bilateral breast cancer
  • Developing lymphedema in the postoperative period
  • Any contraindication to exercise
  • Participating in any physiotherapy program for the upper extremity in the last 6 months
  • Have significant cardiac, pulmonary or metabolic comorbid disease
  • Individuals with communication problems were excluded from the study.

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

December 12 2019

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ACTUAL

End Date :

July 1 2021

Estimated Enrollment :

66 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT05288036

Start Date

December 12 2019

End Date

July 1 2021

Last Update

March 18 2022

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Medipol Mega University Hospital

Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye), 34214