Impact of Proximal Motor Control Exercise on Scapular Muscles Activation Pattern Post Mastectomy

Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexFemale
Age35-55
SponsorAhram Canadian University

About this trial

Mastectomy after breast cancer is usually accompanied by shoulder dysfunction which interferes with the daily life activities of the patients and causes physical and psychological impairments.

This study aims to assess the impact of strength and stabilization exercise on scapular muscles activation pattern after mastectomy.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Post-mastectomy female subjects.

Age between 35-55 years.

All patients have shoulder dysfunction (three months to four months post mastectomy).

Disqualifiers

Participants who have rheumatoid arthritis.

History of trauma or injuries.

Neurological deficits (stroke, Parkinsonism).

History of surgery on involved shoulder.

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Proximal stabilization exercises
  • Conventional physical therapy

Treatment groups

60 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups

Sponsors and collaborators

Ahram Canadian University

Lead sponsor

Benha University

Collaborator