[Physical training practice in women submitted to breast cancer surgery: perception of barriers and benefits].
The importance of post-mastectomy physical training lies in the prevention of joint limitation, lymphedema, postural alterations, muscle fibrosis or tissue adherence to the surgical area.


OBJECTIVE
To identify beliefs on physical training practice, perceptions of barriers and benefits in a group of mastectomized women, in accordance with the Health Beliefs Model.


METHODS
30 women assisted at a specialized rehabilitation service for mastectomized women.


METHODS
A questionnaire was applied with questions concerning knowledge and perceptions on physical training practice, as well as its benefits and barriers.


CONCLUSIONS
The studied group perceived a set of benefits, while the lack of willpower was the most mentioned obstacle; knowledge on the importance and need for physical training with the presence of a professional and family support were the most mentioned incentives.
Escola de Enfermagem de Ribeirão, Universidade de São Paulo. msprado@eerp.usp.br
Maria Antonieta Spinoso
MA
Prado
Marli Villela
MV
Mamede
Ana Maria de
AM
Almeida
Maria José
MJ
Clapis
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001943:Breast Neoplasms / Q000523:psychology* / Q000534:rehabilitation* / Q000601:surgery; D005081:Exercise Therapy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D010465:Perception