Marta Arias-Crespo

Prof. Marta Arias-Crespo

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Academic Career Length

2Years (2025-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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20 January 2025 in Cancers
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MAMarta Arias-Crespo
Marta Arias-Crespo
Rubén García-FernándezRubén García-Fernández
Rubén García-Fernández
NCNatalia Calvo-Ayuso
Natalia Calvo-Ayuso
Cristian MartínCristian Martín
Cristian Martín
MMMaria de Fátima da Silva Vieira Martins
Maria de Fátima da Silva Vieira Martins
QEQUIROGA SANCHEZ ENEDINA
QUIROGA SANCHEZ ENEDINA
Background/Objectives: Breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) is a chronic disease with lasting effects, making it one of the most feared sequelae of breast cancer with significant personal and social impacts. Therapeutic exercises play a fundamental role in its treatment. This systematic review aims to provide the most up-to-date findings on the impact of physical exercise on the management of BCRL. Methods: Following the PRISMA statement guidelines, searches were conducted in the Web of Science, Scopus, and Science Direct databases. Results: Sixteen studies published between 2019 and 2024 were analyzed in detail. The combination of strength and aerobic exercises emerged as an effective strategy for both the treatment and prevention of lymphedema, also highlighting the innovative potential of virtual reality. Conclusions: It is essential to emphasize tailoring exercise programs to each patient individually. Additionally, the promising role of thermography as a non-invasive and safe tool for evaluating lymphedema progress is underscored.