1. Basic principles of post-cancer rehabilitation and exercise
• Moderation and graduality: post-cancer activity should be based on the principle of proportionality, with a gradual increase in the intensity and duration of the exercise, in accordance with the circumstances of the situation, and avoiding overwork and injury.
• Individualized customization: each patient has a different physical and surgical condition, so the exercise plan should be customized, preferably under the guidance of a doctor.
Specific exercise methods
• Early exercise: 1 to 3 days after the operation, a light exercise with a hand stretch, fists, wrists, etc. can promote blood circulation and relieve swelling and pain. As it recovers, the range of shoulder joints will be restored through the gradual movement of strangulations and the touching of the side shoulder and the side ear.
• Medium-term exercise: In the two weeks or so following the practice, work can begin on the vertical lifting of the upper side limbs and the incorrupture, gradually increasing the activity of the shoulder joints. Full restoration of upper limb function through movement at different angles and ranges, such as wall climbing, bras.
Post-mortem exercise: Upon discharge from the hospital, wall lifts, rotations, etc. can be continued to enhance upper limb strength and flexibility. At the same time, aerobics activities, such as walking, jogging, etc., have been introduced to improve CPR functions and promote overall rehabilitation.
3. Attention to exercise
• Avoid overstretched: avoid overstretching of the side limbs during exercise to avoid muscle and joint damage.
• Observation of physical response: During exercise, close attention to physical reaction, such as pain, swelling or abnormal secretions, should be given immediately to exercise and medical attention.
• Maintaining the right position: maintain the right position and movement while exercising, avoiding unnecessary damage.
4. Progress and adjustment of exercise
• Periodic evaluation: periodic rehabilitation assessment, recovery information and adjustment of the exercise plan to the results.
• Re-intensify in due time: As recovery progresses, it increases the intensity and time of exercise at the appropriate time and avoids long-term stay in comfortable areas resulting in poor rehabilitation.
Psychiatry: Maintaining a positive mindset and confidence in rehabilitation. At the same time, care is taken to combine labour and to avoid physical and psychological fatigue as a result of excessive exercise.
The time taken by a person with breast cancer to return to normal activity after the operation varies according to the individual, the manner of the operation and the post-operative recovery, but the following points of reference are generally available:
• About one month after the operation: the patient’s wounds are largely healing and the physical strength is gradually restored, allowing him to begin some light domestic activities and work. Overwork and prolonged physical activity should be avoided at this time. • About three months after the operation: most patients can gradually return to normal living and working conditions. This does not mean, however, that there can be immediate and intense exercise or heavy physical labour, and there is still a need for a gradual increase in activity according to the circumstances.
In general, the time taken by a person with breast cancer to return to normal activity after surgery is a gradual process that needs to be adapted flexibly to individual circumstances. During recovery, patients should follow the advice and guidance of a doctor to ensure safe and effective rehabilitation exercise.
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