Simple words, big impact: verbal cues boost exercise benefits for breast cancer survivors
NCT ID NCT07367334
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether adding verbal cues from a therapist during exercise helps breast cancer survivors on radiation therapy. 34 women did a 12-week exercise program with or without verbal guidance. Researchers measured shoulder movement, fatigue, and stress levels to see if the cues made a difference.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Multimodal exercise rehabilitation with verbal cueing
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could show that simple verbal guidance during exercise improves recovery for breast cancer survivors.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed retrospective study with only 34 participants, so results may not apply to all survivors. The intervention is non-drug and focuses on symptom relief, not a cure.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Saveetha Medical College and hospital (SMCH)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 602105, India
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