Abstract:
Introducción: El cáncer de mama es de los tumores más diagnosticados en el mundo, y el principal
tipo de cáncer que causa muerte en mujeres. El diagnóstico puede generar en una mujer no sólo
complicaciones físicas, sino también sociales y psicológicas. A partir de las debilidades que el posttratami... Ver más
Introduction: Breast cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed neoplasms in the world, and the
main type of cancer that causes death in women. The diagnosis can generate in a woman not only
physical complications, but also social and psychological ones. Based on the weaknesses that the posttreatment
of breast cancer causes in patients, it has been shown that the Pilates method can be
beneficial in treating these sequelae. The Pilates Method is a multi-exercise approach that focuses on
working the body to achieve the greatest possible mechanical advantage and also balance, strength,
and optimal health. It uses breathing, concentration, body alignment, precision, endurance, rhythm and
movement control. Objective: To know the benefits provided by the Pilates method in women who have overcome breast
cancer.
Methods: The bibliographic search was carried out in 5 databases: Pubmed, SCOPUS, Web of
science, Cochrane and PEDro. Following exclusion and inclusion criteria.
Results: 12 articles were included. The main parameters evaluated were: range of motion of the
shoulder (goniometer), upper extremity functionality (DASH), grip strength (dynamometer), quality of
life (EORTQLQ-C30 y EORTQLQ-BR23), pain (VAS) and depression (BDI). All were clinically
relevant. Conclusion: Despite being a subject with little scientific evidence, with the Pilates method a clear
improvement in the parameters mentioned above is observed, thus providing a better quality of life.
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