Factors affecting upper limb functional recovery after mastectomy with immediate breast reconstruction: a prospective study

CONCLUSION: Postoperative shoulder function was comparable between the two IBR approaches. However, different factors were associated with improved upper limb disability between ABR and IMBR. Acute rehabilitation focused on resolving muscle tightness and pain may help mitigate upper limb disabilities following IBR.Trial registration number: KCT 0006501.PMID:38616681 | DOI:10.1080/09593985.2024.2343043

Source: Physiotherapy Theory and Practice - April 15, 2024 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Asall Kim Jaewon Beom Eun Joo Yang Woochol Joseph Choi Myungki Ji Chunghwi Yi Source Type: research