Baduanjin Exercise on Upper Limb Dysfunction Among Breast Cancer Survivors (NCT07522593) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Baduanjin Exercise on Upper Limb Dysfunction Among Breast Cancer Survivors
China76 participantsStarted 2026-04-20
Plain-language summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if Baduanjin exercise could be adopted by breast cancer survivors and improve their upper limb dysfunction. The main questions it aims to answer are:
* Does Baduanjin exercise improve upper limb dysfunction among breast cancer survivors?
* What problems or adverse events do participants have if they adopt Baduanjin exercise to improve upper limb dysfunction?
Participants will:
* Adopt Baduanjin exercise following an evidence-based intervention protocol
* Report their exercise frequency, length, and unexpected symptoms
* Receive three times assessment and follow-up every week
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
FEMALE
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Inclusion criteria
. Female, aged ≥ 18 years, diagnosed with non-metastatic unilateral Stage I-IIIa non-metastatic breast cancer, regardless of cancer type;
. Surgeries completed at least two months before enrolment, and completion of radiotherapy and/or chemotherapy, with or without aromatase inhibitor therapy, upon enrolment;
. Experiencing breast cancer treatment-related ULD, which is measured by the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) scale with a score of 20 or above;
. Karnofsky Performance Status Scale (KPS), used to measure a patient's ability to perform daily activities and self-care independently, with a score of 90 or above;
. Ability to read, write, and communicate in Chinese;
. Have a personal cellphone;
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Upper Limb Dysfunction
Timeframe: At enrollment, at the end of the intervention, and eight weeks after the intervention completion
. Agree to participate in this study and provide written informed consent.
Exclusion criteria
. Any patient with a history of upper limb surgery, injury (fracture or shoulder dislocation), or other conditions not related to breast cancer treatments;
. With other complications or adverse medical conditions that cannot perform BdjE, such as severe lymphedema, axillary web syndrome, or adhesive capsulitis;
. Undergoing any physiotherapy for ULD or leading regular physical exercises in the previous three months;
. Had skin grafting and autologous myocutaneous flap breast reconstruction;
. Current clinical diagnosis of depression or anxiety, or receipt of active psychological treatment for significant mood or anxiety disorders;