Women who worked out twice a week saw less swelling in arms and chest, small study finds
Strength training might benefit breast cancer survivors who’ve undergone surgery, researchers suggest.
In a small study, weightlifting appeared to help prevent swelling in the arms and chest, a common side effect of breast cancer treatment.
The study included 27 breast cancer survivors who did supervised moderate-intensity strength workouts twice a week. Each woman’s regimen was matched to her ability.
The women were checked every two weeks. Three had reductions in swelling and the rest did not develop any swelling. Many of the women also said they were better able to perform everyday tasks, such as opening jars or lifting heavy objects.
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