Dance Study for Post-surgical Pain in Breast Cancer Survivors

Summary

The purpose of this study is to examine how a 12-week, virtual dance program may improve pain and quality of life in participants with persistent post-surgical pain, or PPSP, following mastectomy or lumpectomy.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

* History of Stage 0-III invasive breast cancer
* Having undergone lumpectomy or mastectomy
* Moderate to severe persistent post-surgical pain, as defined by pain scores ≥3 on a numerical rating scale (NRS) of 0-10 (10 being the most severe pain) at least 3 months after completion of surgery, chemotherapy, and/or radiation
* Pain scores of 3-4 are categorized as moderate pain; scores of 5-10 are categorized as severe pain26
* Age ≥ 18 years
* Able to read and understand English (to complete required questionnaires and participate in classes)
* Ability to provide informed consent
* Ability to perform seated exercises

Exclusion Criteria:

* Unstable cardiovascular disease in the last 6 months
* Psychiatric disorders or conditions that would preclude participation in the study intervention (e.g. untreated major depression or psychosis, untreated substance use disorder, severe personality disorder)
* Metastatic breast or other concurrent cancer
* Pregnant
* Recent history of attending regular dance or similar classes (e.g. yoga or tai chi classes i.e. 20 or more classes in the past 6 months)
* Planned surgery anticipated during the intervention period
* History of a chronic medical condition that has the potential to significantly impact upper extremity function (e.g. stroke, Parkinson's disease, Multiple Sclerosis)
* Currently enrolled in a physical therapy course
* Presence of medical conditions or medications that would prohibit participation in an exercise program

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