LYMPH DRAINAGE MASSAGE AS ONE OF THE MEASURES FOR CORRECTION OF LYMPH FLOW DISORDERS AFTER MASTECTOMY IN WOMEN WITH BREAST CANCER

Abstract

Objective: Current physical rehabilitation programs for women after mastectomy related to breast cancer. Methods: theoretical analysis and generalization of scientific and methodical literature data on complications after mastectomy in the form of formation lymphedema and physical rehabilitation. Such means and procedures include self-massage, manual lymphatic drainage massage, physical therapy, compression bandaging, wearing elastic compression underwear, Kinesio Tex taping, pneumatic compression, ultrasound and electrostatic therapy, extracorporeal shock wave therapy and others. Results: existing physical rehabilitation programs include the use of therapeutic gymnastics, manual lymphatic drainage, physical therapy, and therapeutic massage aimed at preventing postoperative complications and countering pathological changes in the lymphatic system in the postoperative period. Conclusions: the analysis of scientific sources proved that after mastectomy, the main method of prevention and treatment of such a complication as lymphedema is the use of complex anti-congestion therapy based on manual lymphatic drainage, compression therapy, lymphatic drainage exercises and skin care.