Late-stage breast cancer has not recurred in 5 years, but 70% of patients fail at this step!

1.  Hot compress + keep warm to reduce joint burden

* Keep joints warm  : Cold stimulation can easily exacerbate joint pain, so it is important to keep joint areas warm. When going out in cold weather, wear warm protective gear such as knee pads and wrist guards to protect joints.

     

* Hot compress for relief ：Use hot compress with tools such as hot towels or hot water bags on painful joints for 15-20 minutes each time, 2-3 times a day. Hot compress can promote blood circulation in the joint area, reduce inflammatory reactions, and alleviate pain. However, it is important to control the temperature of the hot compress to avoid burning the skin.

     

2. Nutritional fortification to build a strong "bone shield"

* Increase nutrient intake ：Consume more dairy products such as milk, yogurt, and cheese, as well as foods rich in high-quality protein such as eggs, lean meat, and fish. Meanwhile, soy products, nuts, and seafood are also good sources of calcium and phosphorus.

     

* Maintain a balanced diet ：Focus on the diversity and balance of diet, increase the intake of fresh vegetables and fruits in moderation, and supplement with nutrients such as vitaminC and vitamin K, which are beneficial for promoting bone health.

     

3.  Pharmacotherapy, effective for pain relief

For patients with severe pain, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen sustained-release capsules and celecoxib capsules can be used under the guidance of a doctor. These drugs can effectively alleviate pain. However, patients should pay attention to the side effects and contraindications of the drugs, strictly follow the doctor's advice, do not increase or decrease the dosage or discontinue the medication on their own, and regularly provide feedback to the doctor on the efficacy and adverse reactions of the medication, so that the doctor can adjust the treatment plan in a timely manner.

     

4. Low-impact exercises

It is recommended to choose exercises that impose minimal burden on joints, such as walking, swimming, and yoga. These exercises can enhance muscle strength to protect joints while avoiding excessive joint loading. Special attention should be paid to: Avoid high-impact actions such as running, jumping, and deep squats , as these actions can instantly increase knee joint pressure, causing damage to the knee joint .

Ms. Liu's experience in fighting cancer confirms the long-term nature of breast cancer treatment: Surgical resection is just the starting point, and postoperative management requires a balance between standardized treatment and active defense. On the one hand, regular administration of endocrine drugs (such as exemestane) is the cornerstone for suppressing the recurrence of estrogen-dependent tumors, and arbitrarily discontinuing medication may undermine the previous treatment efforts; on the other hand, high-risk factors such as vascular thrombi and lymph node metastasis can be addressed through vNKT cell therapy to eliminate hidden lesions, activating the immune system

as Professor Zhang Minghui emphasizes: “The comprehensive management of breast cancer requires a balance between offense and defense—it is necessary to suppress cancer cells through standardized treatment while also rebuilding the immune system's dynamic monitoring capabilities. "This strategy of traditional treatment to control the disease , and immunotherapy to prevent risks is providing a new path for more patients to extend their disease-free survival period.

References:

[1] Wang Lijie, Peng Siyi, Chen Jiejun, et al. Development trajectory and nursing implications of endocrine therapy-related osteoarthritis pain in breast cancer patients [J]. Chinese Journal of Nursing, 2024, 59(14):1732-1738.

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Written by: Yizhituan      

Reviewed by: Qiao Jiacheng, Wang Ying, Gao Chen      

Edited/typeset by Zhang Jiao

 

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