Galileo Research Facts No. 152: Can Galileo Mano Therapy reduce upper-limb dysfunction during Cancer Radiotherapy?

This study investigated the effects of Galileo Therapy using the Galileo Mano Med on reduction of upper-limb dysfunction in breast cancer patients during 6 weeks of acute radio therapy. The patients received over a period of 6 weeks three times per week 20 minutes Galileo Therapy. The Galileo Mano Therapy consisted of 5 exercises targeting three different aspects (relaxation: 8-12Hz, active coordination: 16-20Hz, improvement muscle function: 22-30Hz). In addition, the patient received also 20 min. of ergometer training and 20 minutes of balance training per session.

As a result, the patients showed a significantly improved upper-limb function (+9%), flexibility (+23%) bat also general fitness and a reduced mental fatigue (-18%). These results show how effective Galileo Therapy can be used very effectively also in acute (breast)cancer therapy. The study is in line with results of the university of Ulm showing a significant reduction of poly-neuropathy (pain) during acute chemo therapy (#GRPF153).

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