The Impact of Long-Term Physical Therapy on Torso Morphometric Parameters in Middle-Aged Women After Mastectomy: A Comparative Study

This study investigates the effect of physical therapy (PT) on torso morphometric parameters in middle-aged women following mastectomy. A total of 120 women were included, with 66 participating in a PT program and 54 not receiving PT. Anthropometric data were collected before surgery and 36 months post-mastectomy. Key parameters included height, body weight, body mass index (BMI), seated height, torso length, and chest circumference. Results demonstrated that PT contributed to better recovery of morphometric indicators. Patients using PT showed improved height, BMI, and chest mobility compared to those who did not participate in rehabilitation programs.