Resistance Training to Prevent Lymphedema After Breast Cancer Surgery Randomized Controlled Study

Resistance Training to Prevent Lymphedema After Breast Cancer Surgery Randomized Controlled Study

Breast cancer-related lymphedema is one of the most common chronic complications of breast cancer survivors. In existing studies, the reported incidence of lymphedema ranges from 2.5% to 42.9% . At present, there is no cure for lymphedema. Resistance training has been proved by many studies to alleviate the symptoms of lymphedema, improve the muscle strength of the upper limbs of patients, and improve the quality of life of patients, while not worsening lymphedema. Based on the best evidence, this study intends to construct resistance appropriate for this clinical scenario Training program: Conduct 3-month intervention for patients after breast cancer surgery to explore the effect of resistance training on the grip strength of the affected limb, the range of motion of the shoulder joint of the affected limb, the occurrence of lymphedema of the affected limb, quality of life, etc.

Inclusion Criteria:

It was first diagnosed as grade I to III unilateral breast cancer by pathological examination； Breast cancer surgery was completed and axillary lymph node dissection was performed; To receive postoperative adjuvant treatment and follow-up in the outer fourth ward; Be able to communicate and exchange normally; Volunteer to participate in this research

Exclusion Criteria:

Extreme fatigue, severe anemia, ataxia, etc.; The presence of upper limb or shoulder problems from breast cancer treatment; Edema is in a non-stable stage (stable stage of edema means no treatment for edema in the past 3 months; No inflammation of the upper extremities requiring anti-infective treatment; No change in daily activities; Limb circumference change < 10%) ； Limited limb movement due to trauma, shoulder periarthritis, etc.; Limb braking is required for health reasons. Patients are lost to follow-up