Physiotherapy Rehabilitation in Patients with Breast Cancer - A Case Report

Abstract

Breast cancer has been the most common cancer in the United Kingdom since 1997, accounting for 31% of all new cancer diagnoses in women. The rate of new diagnoses among people over 40 years old rises fast, from under 1 per 100,000 in young adults to well over 400 per 100,000 in those over 85 years old (1). Breast cancer survival rates are improving as a result of breakthroughs in diagnosis and therapy, and cancer survivorship has emerged as a major focus in the cancer care continuum. (2). Cancer rehabilitation is defined as the process of aiding a patient in attaining the best level of physical, psychological, social, sexual, vocational, recreational, and economic functioning possible within the restrictions of the disease and therapy. (2). Pain, lymphedema, secondary malignancies, and sexual dysfunction are among the possible long-term physical repercussions of cancer (2). Fear and anxiety about return of cancer, sadness, and emotions of uncertainty and loneliness are all possible psychological consequences. (2). Changes in interpersonal connections, financial and health insurance concerns and difficulty returning to work or seeking employment owing to impairment are all examples of social impacts (2). Even though recent advancements in therapy have increased survival rates, they are also associated with considerable adverse effects (3). Breast cancer survival rates have increased as a result of breakthroughs in early detection procedures, followed by more tailored and/or aggressive therapy (3). Although breast cancer patients' rehabilitation has become a priority in recent years, additional research on the most effective sorts of therapies is still needed. (3). Key words: Breast cancer, Patient care, Psychosocial issues, quality of life, rehabilitation.