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Peggy S Burhenn1, Ashley Leak Bryant2, Karen M Mustian3

  • 1Geriatric Oncology, City of Hope, Duarte, CA, USA. pburhenn@coh.org.

Current Oncology Reports
|August 4, 2016
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Summary

Individualized exercise is safe and beneficial for older adults with cancer. Oncology providers should guide geriatric patients on exercise benefits and prescriptions for better survivorship.

Keywords:
Cancer survivorshipExercise promotionFunctional statusGeriatric oncologyOncology provider

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Area of Science:

  • Geriatric Oncology
  • Exercise Science
  • Cancer Survivorship

Background:

  • Growing evidence supports exercise benefits for cancer patients.
  • Most cancer diagnoses occur in older adults, yet specific exercise guidance is limited.
  • Older adults with cancer require tailored exercise recommendations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the role of exercise professionals in managing older adults with cancer.
  • To highlight the importance of functional assessment and referrals.
  • To provide information on individualized exercise prescriptions for geriatric oncology.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on exercise interventions in geriatric oncology.
  • Analysis of professional roles in functional assessment, intervention, and evaluation.
  • Synthesis of current evidence on exercise safety and feasibility.

Main Results:

  • Individualized exercise prescriptions are safe, feasible, and beneficial.
  • Oncology providers need to be equipped to discuss exercise benefits.
  • Functional status assessment and professional referrals are crucial.

Conclusions:

  • Exercise is a vital component of care for older adults with cancer.
  • Tailored exercise plans improve outcomes and quality of life.
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration is key for effective exercise management.