| Abstract
Background: Timely rehabilitation in patients with Breast Cancer (BC) has a great impact
on improving their physical and mental conditions. Thus, the appropriate follow‑up method
is essential especially during the Covid‑19 pandemic. The aim of this study was to review
the different technology‑assisted interventions for improving physical activity in BC patients.
Materials And Methods: In this systematic review, the original studies were extracted from the
beginning of indexing in databases including PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, and Web of Science
until 2019. Finally, 45 papers were included in this study based on the inclusion criteria for before the
Covid‑19 pandemic and 3 articles extracted for the Covid‑19 period. Results: The most widely used
technologies for BC patients were in the United States (46.67%). Telephone, mobile application, and
web with 28.89%, 15.56%, and 8.89% frequencies were the most common technologies, respectively.
Although the majority of the participants were satisfied with the intervention method, in some cases,
the patients were unsatisfied due to the complexity of the technology. These technologies were
used for various purposes, such as physical activity and functions, control of pain severity, fitness,
quality of life, diet behavior, fatigue, muscle strength, cardio‑respiratory capacity, as well as arm
and shoulder exercises. Conclusions: In conclusion, virtual communication can improve the health
of BC patients and also increases patients’ desire and hope to continue treatment. It is worth noting
that in the Covid‑19 pandemic, with the strengthening of virtual communication infrastructure, more
attention was paid to BC patients due to their sensitive conditions. |