Effectiveness of a Visual Biofeedback Program Versus Conventional Physiotherapy on Shoulder Mobility, Strength, and Function in Women After Breast Cancer Surgery

Condition(s) studied

Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)

Experimental Group: Physiotherapy + Visual Biofeedback: Participants will receive a structured physiotherapy program combined with visual biofeedback using the MotionGuidance system. The intervention includes guided exercises with laser-based visual feedback to improve motor control and movement accuracy.

Study summary

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a physiotherapy program incorporating visual biofeedback compared to a conventional physiotherapy program in improving shoulder function in women following breast cancer surgery.

Breast cancer survivors frequently experience shoulder dysfunction, including reduced range of motion, decreased strength, altered neuromuscular activity, and impaired scapulohumeral control. While conventional physiotherapy is effective, there is growing interest in interventions targeting motor control and neuromuscular coordination through biofeedback strategies.

Participants will be randomly assigned to either a control group receiving conventional physiotherapy or an experimental group receiving the same program supplemented with visual biofeedback using the MotionGuidance system. Outcomes will include shoulder strength, range of motion, functional performance, electromyographic activity, and muscle oxygen saturation.

Eligibility

Primary outcome measure(s)

• Shoulder Strength (kg) — Baseline and 8 weeks
  Measured using handheld dynamometry (isometric strength in flexion, abduction, and external rotation).

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