Sensorimotor Rehabilitation Program in Improving Quality of Life in Patients With Early Stage Breast Cancer

The Effects of a Sensorimotor Rehabilitation Program on the Upper and Lower Limbs of Persons With Cancer Following Taxane-Based Chemotherapy for Early Stage Breast Cancer

This clinical trial studies how well the sensorimotor rehabilitation program works in improving quality of life in patients with early stage breast cancer. A hand and foot sensory improvement program from occupational and physical therapists may improve patients' function in everyday tasks and overall quality of life.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES:

I. To investigate the effects of an innovative, new sensorimotor rehabilitation program on persons with cancer following taxane-based chemotherapy for early stage breast cancer.

OUTLINE:

Patients attend 1 therapy session to receive education and training in the use of the home program. Patients then complete exercises over 90 minutes per week for 6 weeks.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Persons with a primary diagnosis of grade 1 or greater peripheral neuropathy of the upper and lower extremities
• Taxane-based chemotherapy for early stage breast cancer
• Diagnosis of early stage breast cancer

Exclusion Criteria:

• Individuals with late stage breast cancer