Helps lymphoedema
Evidence summary
Post treatment
Lower risk of lymphoedema (2 RCTs) were reported from a systematic review
Quality of evidence
Moderate quality – only two studies have examined the risk of lymphoedema related to physical activity and more robust RCTs are needed.
Strength of recommendation
Weak – no adverse features noted in the studies.
Conclusion
The benefit of reducing lymphoedema in patients post treatment in breast cancer would be advised however more evidence is needed.
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