Skip to main content
OpenTrials
Completed

NCT Number: NCT07043959

Comparative Effects of Isometrics Versus Range of Motion Exercises on Pain, Mobility and Functional Independence in Post-Mastectomy Patients

The aim of study was to investigate the comparative effectiveness of Isometrics versus Range of Motion (ROM) Exercises on Pain, Mobility and Functional Independence post-mastectomy. A randomized clinical trial was conducted, in which 30 participants were randomly assigned to 2 parallel groups. One group received Isometric Exercises, while the other received Range of Motion Exercises. Outcome measures included pain, range of motion and functional independence. Treatments were administered 3 times per week with 2 sets of each exercise with 5-7 repetitions per day for a duration of eight weeks.

Completed

Looking for future studies?

Notify Me

Key information

Conditions

Post Mastectomy Neurologic Manifestations Pain Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Postmastectomy Pain Signs and Symptoms

Age range

45 year–65 year

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

The University of Faisalabad

Faisalābad, Pakistan

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Women between the ages of 45 and 65
  • Underwent a one-sided mastectomy
  • No history of shoulder injuries
  • Able to understand instructions and provide informed consent

Exclusion criteria

  • Experiencing severe pain
  • Diagnosed with advanced lymph edema
  • Physically unable to engage in exercises
  • Medically unstable

Treatment and study plan

Isometrics Exercise

Procedure

Shoulder Squeeze:

The therapist instructed the patient to lift their arms to shoulder height while keeping the elbows bent, then move the arms backward until the shoulder blades come together.

Arm Lift to Front and Side:

The therapist instructed the patient to raise their arm forward and upward while applying gentle resistance for 2-3 seconds to facilitate front arm elevation. Then, the patient was guided to lift the arm sideways, with slight resistance applied for 2-3 seconds to assist in side-arm elevation.

Range of Motion Exercises

Procedure

Wall Climb for Flexion: The therapist instructed the patient to move their fingers upward along the wall until they reach their limit, then repeat the movement.

Arm across Chest for Adduction and Internal Rotation: The therapist instructed the patient to move the affected arm toward the unaffected arm and shoulder.

Wand Exercise for Flexion and Abduction: The patient was instructed to hold a wand with both hands and move it forward and sideways toward the affected side

Primary outcomes

  1. Shoulder Pain

    Time frame: Eight Weeks

    Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) with decreasing values indicates improved patient condition and reduced pain intensity.

  2. Shoulder ROM

    Time frame: Eight Weeks

    Goniometer with increasing ROM indicates improved patient condition and joint movements.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Shoulder Functional Independence

    Time frame: Eight Weeks

    Upper Extremity Functional Scale determines the level of function of participant where higher score indicates improved upper extremity function and reduced functional impairment.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

University of Faisalabad

Other

Registry information

Important dates

Study start
2025
Primary completion
2025
Study completion
2025
First posted
Jun 29, 2025
Registry last updated
Jul 28, 2025

OpenTrials presents study information sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. The official registry record should be consulted for the latest information.

View the official ClinicalTrials.gov record (opens in a new tab)

This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

Related clinical trials

Published trials that share one or more normalized conditions with this study.