Balance training exercises to reduce nerve pain after breast cancer chemotherapy

This trial is testing a new type of exercise program called sensorimotor training to help breast cancer survivors who are experiencing nerve pain and balance problems after chemotherapy. The sensorimotor training uses progressively challenging balance exercises on unstable surfaces—like standing on foam pads or wobbly boards—to rebuild your body's awareness and improve how you move. Researchers want to see if this targeted approach works better than standard physical therapy exercises at reducing pain and improving your ability to balance and exercise.

Many women who receive chemotherapy for breast cancer develop long-lasting nerve damage that causes pain, weakness, and balance problems—and these symptoms can last for months or years. Current treatment options are limited, so researchers are testing whether this specialized balance training might offer relief and help restore function better than traditional exercise programs.