ArticleBMC cancer2007
The development of an arm activity survey for breast cancer survivors using the Protection Motivation Theory.
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- Sentinel lymph node biopsy at the time of mastectomy does not increase the risk of lymphedema: implications for prophylactic surgery.Breast cancer research and treatment · 2012Trial
- Integrating Symptoms Into the Diagnostic Criteria for Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema: Applying Results From a Prospective Surveillance Program.Physical therapy · 2020Article
- Patients who report cording after breast cancer surgery are at higher risk of lymphedema: Results from a large prospective screening cohort.Journal of surgical oncology · 2020Article
- Use of compression garments by women with lymphoedema secondary to breast cancer treatment.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2018Article
- A Video Game Promoting Cancer Risk Perception and Information Seeking Behavior Among Young-Adult College Students: A Randomized Controlled Trial.JMIR serious games · 2016Article
- Lymphedema following treatment for breast cancer: a new approach to an old problem.Critical reviews in oncology/hematology · 2013Review
- Priorities for women with lymphoedema after treatment for breast cancer: population based cohort study.BMJ (Clinical research ed.) · 2011Article
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Abstract
backgroundCurrent research evidence indicates that women should return to normal use of their arm after breast cancer surgery. However, it appears some women continue to hold the view that they are supposed to protect their arm from strenuous activities because of the risk of lymphoedema. Many factors contribute to women's perceptions about lymphoedema and their ability to use their affected arm, and it is the aim of this study to explore and understand these perceptions. METHODS/
designA survey, based on the Protection Motivation Theory, has been developed and tested. The survey assesses whether subjective norms, fear and/or coping attributes predict women's intention to use their affected arm. In addition, the survey includes questions regarding cancer treatment and demographic characteristics, arm and chest symptoms, and arm function. Recruitment of 170 breast cancer survivors has begun at 3 cancer treatment sites in Sydney, Australia. DISCUSSION: This study will identify perceptions that help predict the extent women use their affected arm. The results will also determine whether upper limb impairments arise secondary to over-protection of the affected arm. Identification of factors that limit arm use will enable appropriate prevention and better provision of treatment to improve upper limb outcomes.
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