https://doi.org/10.4081/vl.2024.12501

An original technique for the treatment of Axillary Web Syndrome: the Onorato-Ausbergher method

Vol. 13 (2024): Early Access
Submitted: 25 March 2024
Accepted: 2 June 2024
Published: 26 June 2024
Neuromuscular tape, Axillary Web Syndrome, breast cancer
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Alberto Onorato
fisioterapia@linfamed.it
https://orcid.org/0009-0001-9870-9362
MD, PhD, Linfamed Srl, Udine, Italy.
Stefania Ausbergher
Physiotherapist, Linfamed Srl, Udine, Italy.
Elisa Dorigo
Physiotherapist, Linfamed Srl, Udine, Italy.

Axillary Web Syndrome (AWS) is a common complication in patients who have undergone an axillary lymph node biopsy or dissection for breast cancer. This work aims to explore in a preliminary way the effectiveness of a therapeutic approach with Neuromuscular Taping (NMT) for the aforementioned condition. Specifically, five patients have been treated and have undergone specific evaluation of typical AWS signs and symptoms, with a particular focus on the impact on Quality of Life (QoL) and Activities of Daily Life (ADLs). The final aim is to evaluate the efficacy of an innovative approach to AWS, allowing easy application, good tolerability, and few collateral effects.

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Onorato, A., Ausbergher, S., & Dorigo, E. (2024). An original technique for the treatment of Axillary Web Syndrome: the Onorato-Ausbergher method. Veins and Lymphatics, 13. https://doi.org/10.4081/vl.2024.12501
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