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RMJ. 2021; 46(2): 286-288


Frequency of upper limb functional limitations in breast cancer survivors

Roshaan Sethi, Faiza Sharif, Ashfaq Ahmed, Amir Gillani.




Abstract

Objective: To find the frequency of functional limitations in upper limb in the women who were previously affected by breast cancer.
Methodology: This cross sectional study included 120 breast cancer survivors who were asked to fill the quick Dash questionnaire to collect data.
Results: We found that 60% of women did score greater than 29 on their quick Dash questionnaire indicating some level of functional limitations in their upper limb.
Conclusion: Breast cancer survivors develop some level of functional limitations in their upper limb as to consider it a problem.

Key words: Breast cancer, arm pain, upper limb disability.






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