Research Journal of Pharmacy and Technology

M. Manikumar ¹, R. Monisha ²

Affiliations
1 Saveetha College of Physiotherapy, Saveetha University, Chennai, IN
2 SRM College of Physiotherapy, SRMIST, Chennai, IN

Abstract

Introduction: Breast cancer is the most frequent‑occurring cancer among women and the leading cause deaths. Despite this Breast cancer treatments still have side effects that may negatively impact recovery and quality of life (QOL) after initial treatments. BCRL is a chronic swelling of the arm, hand and associated trunk quadrant. It usually develops after damage to the axillary lymph nodes due to breast cancer therapies. Methods: Participants who had fulfilled the eligibility criteria were randomized to either the aerobic exercise group (n = 20) and weight training group (n = 20). Exercise program was divided into a warm‑up period, moderate intensity of aerobic exercises, and cool‑down period. Weight-training exercise of low to moderate intensity with relatively slow progression significantly improved the upper limb strength, lower limb strength and incidence of breast cancer-related lymphoedema. Outcomes were assessed at baseline and post intervention. Results: Outcome were assessed by the functional assessment of cancer therapy‑breast (FACT‑B) scale and 6 min walk test (6MWT) Depressive symptoms are assessed using the CES-D scale. Upper limb musculoskeletal disorders is assessed using the DASH (Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand) The results confirmed the hypothesis that 12 week of moderate‑intensity aerobic exercise program significantly reduces BCRL. Conclusion: There have been many studies of resistance exercise in breast cancer survivors, Findings of this trial revels that aerobic exercise will contribute to the reduction of metabolic syndrome in best cancer survivors.

Keywords

BCRL, 6MWT, DASH, QOL, Aerobic Training.

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Sarulatha Haridass ¹, M. Manikumar ², Vasanthan Rajagopalan ³, R. Vijayaraghavan ⁴, Ramesh Kumar Jeyaraman ⁵

Affiliations
1 Ph.D. Scholar, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai. Professor, Dept of Physiotherapy, Sri Devaraj Urs Academy of Higher Education and Research, Karnataka., IN
2 Professor, Saveetha College of Physiotherapy, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai., IN
3 Professor, Oxford College of Physiotherapy, Bangalore, IN
4 Director, Dept of Research and Development, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai., IN
5 Professor, Dept of Physiotherapy, Sri Devaraj Urs Academy of Higher Education and Research, Karnataka., IN

Abstract

Background: Individual above the age of 60 years belong to the rapidly raising proportion in Indian population. Aging results in decline in the performance of daily activities that rely on the mobility and balance represent a solemn drip in the functional status leading to the risk of institutionalization. Adopting a regular physical activity and targeting the muscle weakness through resistance training would produce greater benefits in this population. Objective: The purpose of this study was to analyze the effects of progressive strength training on balance related confidence and health related quality of life. Study design – Quasi experimental study. Method: This study was conducted in elderly between 60 to 75 years from residential care homes. Nearly 23 participants received progressive strengthening exercises for 8 weeks. The effect of strength training on balance confidence and quality of life were analysed using activity specific balance confidence (ABC) scale and Euro quality of life questionnaire (EQL-5D-5L) respectively. Result: Progressive strength training showed significant improvements in quality of life and balance related self confidence measure in elderly with impaired balance. Conclusion: Engagement of older adults in strengthening activities involving major muscle groups are essential component in elderly rehabilitation to maintain and control the age related wane in physical activity.

Keywords

Resisted exercises, Elderly, Aging, Fear of falls, Functional independence.

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