Effect Of Adapted Physical Activity Program On Breast Cancer–Related Lymphedema -BCRL-

Filali Riyane, Abdelmalek Gasmi, Chiha Fouad, Yassine Benkara

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Published: Jun 4, 2024

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Breast cancer, lymphedema, physical activity, exercise, rehabilitation.

Filali Riyane, Abdelmalek Gasmi, Chiha Fouad, Yassine Benkara

Abstract

This study evaluated the effects of an adapted physical activity program on breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) volume. A randomized controlled trial assigned 30 breast cancer survivors with BCRL to either an exercise group or a control group.

The exercise group participated in a 12-week program involving aerobic, strength, and stretching exercises 3 times per week.

BCRL volume was measured before and after using arm circumference.

Results showed a significant reduction in lymphedema volume for the exercise group, from 2610.60±443 mL to 2608.85±441 mL post-intervention.

No significant change occurred in the control group. This provides preliminary evidence that tailored exercise may help manage BCRL.

However, larger and longer-term studies are still needed to generalize the findings and explore the mechanisms involved.

Overall, this adapted physical activity program effectively reduced lymphedema volume, suggesting customized exercise warrants consideration for BCRL management.

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Vol. 61 No. 5 (2024)

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