Moderate-Intensity Exercise and Pain Sensitization in Breast Cancer Survivors: A Case-Based Study
Recruiting · NCT07128030 · Interventional (participants receive a specific treatment)
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Exercise
What this trial is about
The aim of this study was to evaluate the feasibility, safety, and acceptability of a supervised, combined moderate-intensity aerobic and resistance training program designed to reduce pain sensitization in BCS with persistent pain. Secondary objectives included assessing changes in pain intensity, somatosensory sensitivity, and temporal summation, while tertiary objectives focused on improvements in quality of life and functional capacity.
Who can take part
Age range
No age limits stated
Sex
Female
Healthy volunteers
No - a diagnosis or condition is required
Phase
Not applicable (e.g. observational or device study)
Study type
Interventional (participants receive a specific treatment)
Inclusion criteria
- Adult women diagnosed with stage I-III breast cancer
- Completion of active treatment (surgery, chemotherapy, and/or radiotherapy) at least 6 months prior to enrollment
- Presence of persistent pain or altered sensation in the upper quadrant of the affected limb related to oncologic treatment
Exclusion criteria
- Bilateral breast cancer
- Locoregional recurrence
- Other malignancies
- Pre-existing pain not related to cancer treatment
- Neurological or cognitive disorders
- Non-Spanish speakers
- Contraindications to moderate-intensity physical activity
Where it is running
1 location listed.
- Universidad Rey Juan Carlos - Madrid, Spain