The Effectiveness of the Sport “Dragon Boat Racing” in Reducing the Risk of Lymphedema Incidence

Iacorossi, Laura; Gambalunga, Francesca; Molinaro, Simona; Domenico, Rosaria De; Giannarelli, Diana; Fabi, Alessandra

doi:10.1097/ncc.0000000000000615

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“…CDT has been frequently evaluated to determine its effect on BCRL symptoms and QOL [ 58 , 60 – 67 , 68 •, 69 , 70 •]. Researchers continue to report the safety and acceptability of physical activity among women with BCRL (e.g., aqua lymphatic therapy, Pilates, and dragon boat racing), which has shown to improve BCRL and QOL [ 82 , 83 •, 84 – 87 , 88 •]. We note an increasing, though a modest number of heterogeneous CIH interventions (e.g., yoga, low laser therapy) [ 71 – 75 , 76 •, 77 – 80 ] and surgical interventions [ 89 , 90 •, 91 •, 92 •, 93 •, 94 •] to reduce BCRL symptoms and improve QOL.…”

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“…A 1-year strength training exercise program improved body image and relationship scores compared with the usual care group ( N = 295); furthermore, the number of arm symptoms was associated with QOL outcomes [ 86 , 87 ]. Finally, a study by Iacorossi [ 88 •] compared dragon boat racing with exercise ( N = 100) and reported that women participating in the dragon boat race group had less incidence of BCRL and improved QOL, compared with the exercise group.…”

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Psychosocial Issues Associated with Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema: a Literature Review

Eaton

Narkthong

Hulett

2020

Curr Breast Cancer Rep

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Purpose of Review Breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) is a chronic disease affecting breast cancer survivors. The purpose of this article is to update the scientific literature regarding psychosocial issues associated with BCRL. Recent Findings Reports describe economic burdens, social support, sexuality, BCRL patient-education needs, and interventions to reduce BCRL symptoms and improve QOL among women with breast cancer. The psychosocial impact of BCRL may differ between younger and older women which has implications for age-related interventions to reduce the adverse psychosocial experiences of women with BCRL. We did not locate studies reporting the psychosocial impact of BCRL on male breast cancer survivors. Summary More psychosocial-based interventions are needed that target the concerns of those with BCRL, including age-related needs, sexual concerns, body image, and social support. Future research is indicated to study the psychosocial impact of BCRL among men. Researchers may consider how pandemic-driven health care policies affect the psychosocial needs of those with BCRL.

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Section: Psychosocial Issues In Bcrlmentioning

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Psychosocial Issues Associated with Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema: a Literature Review

Eaton

Narkthong

Hulett

2020

Curr Breast Cancer Rep

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“…Women breast cancer survivors have found rowing to be an activity that improves the sequels of the disease [35], such as reducing pain, increasing the range of movement in the upper limbs, improving muscle activation and increasing strength and muscle function [36,37].…”

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“…It is a sport in which symmetrical movements are performed that do not require forced position and which combines the work of strength and aerobic endurance [19]. Several studies have shown that this type of activity improves the quality of life of cancer patients, including psychological, physical, social and emotional aspects, favoring their rehabilitation, self-esteem and normalizing their daily life [37,40,41].…”

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“…In addition, the practice of rowing has psychosocial benefits for cancer survivors [37,42], such as the fact that it is a team sport promotes the development of social relationships, they find the support they need in other women who have gone through or are going through the same situation or that it is an outdoor activity, which provides them with extra motivation to adhere to physical activity and improves their quality of life [41,43,44].…”

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Impact of Rowing Training on Quality of Life and Perceived Health in Female Breast Cancer Survivors

González¹,

Torres-Pérez²,

Fernández‐García³

2021

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The aim of this study was to determine whether a rowing training program improved the quantity and quality of physical activity and quality of life in female breast cancer survivors (stage I - 4.35%; II - 30.43%; III - 52.17%; and IV - 8.7%) diagnosed 6.57 ± 5.02 years previously, who had undergone a subsequent intervention (preservation 53.52%; total mastectomy 39.13% and double mastectomy 4.35%) and had a current mean age of 53.70 ± 7.88 years. The participants (N = 30) engaged in a 12-week training program, each week comprising three sessions and each session lasting 60-90 minutes. An anthropometric evaluation was performed before and after the program. The short form of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ-SF) and the Short Form 36 Health Survey (SF-36) were also administered. The results showed statistically significant improvements in levels of physical activity and in the dimensions of quality of life. We can conclude that a 12-week rowing training program tailored to women who have had breast cancer increases physical activity levels, leading to improved health status and quality of life.

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The impact of rehabilitation sport on breast cancer-related lymphoedema and quality of life

Böer

Seller

Schoenfisch

et al. 2022

Arch Gynecol Obstet

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Purpose Surgery and radiotherapy as part of breast cancer treatment can lead to lymphoedema of the upper extremities (breast cancer-related lymphoedema = BCRL) and reduce the quality of life (health-related quality of life = HRQoL). The aim of the present study was to investigate the influence of paddling in a dragon boat (PP) on HRQoL and BCRL in breast cancer survivors (BCS). Methods Between April and October 2017, a prospective case–control study evaluated the effects of PP compared to a control group. In the paddle group (n = 28), weekly arm circumference measurements were taken at four defined anatomic areas of the arm before and after training; in the control group (n = 70), the measurements were taken once a month. At the beginning and end of the study, questionnaires from both groups (SF 36, EORTC QLQ C30) were evaluated to understand the differences in HRQoL. Results The paddle group started with a higher HRQoL compared to the control group. Most interesting, whether the affected or unaffected arm, whether before or after training—the arm circumference decreased over time in the paddling group. A pre-existing lymphoedema was not negatively influenced by paddling. In the paddle group, the physical health was constant over the season, while the physical health of the control group decreased significantly over time. Conclusion PP in a dragon boat does not lead to the development or worsening of pre-existing lymphoedema due to breast cancer therapy, and seems to have a positive effect on the quality of life.

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The Effectiveness of the Sport “Dragon Boat Racing” in Reducing the Risk of Lymphedema Incidence

Abstract: It would be important to make women with breast cancer aware of the practice of dragon boat racing.

Cited by 11 publications

References 28 publications

Psychosocial Issues Associated with Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema: a Literature Review

Psychosocial Issues Associated with Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema: a Literature Review

Impact of Rowing Training on Quality of Life and Perceived Health in Female Breast Cancer Survivors

The impact of rehabilitation sport on breast cancer-related lymphoedema and quality of life

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