The Sequelae of Mastectomy and Quadrantectomy Respect to the Reaching Movement in Breast Cancer Survivors

The rehabilitation treatment was performer in single session, lasted 60 minutes for session, 2 times a week, carried-out a 6-week exercises program for a total of 12 sessions, by a physiotherapist trained in oncologic rehabilitation, who started with a first phase of at least 15-20 min of low-impact aerobics warm-up. The second phase consisted in diaphragmatic breathing and postural exercises for the midline alignment in a supine position. Finally the patient continued in front of the mirror with exercises for the recovery of shoulder joint, isometric reinforcement exercises for the recovery of strength of shoulder stabilizer muscles. In the presence of lymphedema an additional weekly lymph drainage session was performed for a total of 10 sessions.