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Simple exercises may ease shoulder pain after breast cancer surgery

NCT ID NCT07103109

Symptom relief Sponsor: Ahram Canadian University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Sep 11, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether a program of specific shoulder exercises can improve muscle function and reduce pain in women who have had a mastectomy. Sixty women aged 35-55 with shoulder problems will be enrolled. The exercises focus on strengthening and stabilizing the shoulder blade muscles. Researchers will measure muscle activity and shoulder function before and after the program.

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Active substance
Proximal stabilization exercises (scapular mobilization and strengthening exercises)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a simple, drug-free exercise program to help women regain shoulder function and reduce pain after mastectomy.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 participants. The exercises may not prove more effective than standard care, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

60 people

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Started

Aug 2025

Finished

Sep 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

35 to 55 years

Sex

Female participants only

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: Had stage I-III unilateral breast cancer. Had undergone simple or modified radical mastectomy at least 3 months before enrollment. Had achieved complete postoperative wound healing and were medically stable. Had clearance from their treating physician to participate in exercise. Presented with post-mastectomy shoulder dysfunction, defined as a SPADI score ≥30/100 and a positive Scapular Dyskinesis Test. Exclusion Criteria: Had undergone bilateral mastectomy. Had evidence of locoregional recurrence or metastatic breast cancer. Had a history of previous shoulder surgery or major shoulder trauma unrelated to breast cancer treatment. Had pre-existing shoulder disorders, including rotator cuff tears, adhesive capsulitis, or advanced glenohumeral osteoarthritis. Had neurological disorders affecting upper-limb function. Had rheumatologic diseases affecting shoulder function. Had uncontrolled diabetes mellitus or any other medical condition contraindicating exercise participation.

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Conditions

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breast cancer

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Post mastectomy

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Out patient clinic , faculty of Physical Therapy, Ahram Canadian university

    Giza, Giza Governorate, Egypt

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