What exercises can breast cancer patients do

What exercises can breast cancer patients do?

1. After breast cancer surgery, patients can exercise moderately, but be careful to avoid intense exercise within 3-6 months after surgery. Instead, they can do some gentle exercise, such as yoga, brisk walking, etc. The intensity of exercise should not be too high, and it is appropriate to sweat slightly.

2. Patients who are undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer are advised to exercise five times a week for more than 15 minutes each time, such as jogging. This can improve patients' resistance to disease, help them control their weight, and reduce the risk of complications. However, if axillary lymph nodes are cleared during surgery, the affected limbs should be protected as much as possible. Such patients should not engage in large-scale exercise or lift heavy objects to avoid worsening limb edema.

3. After recovery, patients can try rope skipping, swimming, badminton and other sports. It is recommended to do at least 150 minutes of aerobic exercise per week and gradually increase the intensity of exercise. After proper training, patients can gradually restore the basic functions of the affected limb.

4. While performing functional rehabilitation exercises, patients also need to pay attention to dietary adjustments, avoid eating spicy and irritating foods, increase the intake of fresh vegetables and fruits, and supplement vitamins to promote the recovery process.