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Lauren C Capozzi1, Naomi D Dolgoy2, Margaret L McNeely3
1Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation & Faculty of Medicine, Cumming School of Medicine, Foothills Medical Centre, 1403-29 Street NW, Calgary, Alberta T2N 2T9, Canada.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America
|September 4, 2018
Summary
Head and neck cancer survivors benefit from post-treatment assessments. Physical and occupational therapies are crucial for improving function and quality of life after cancer treatment.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Cancer Survivorship
Background:
- Head and neck cancer treatments significantly impair physical function and quality of life.
- The American Cancer Society recommends post-treatment assessments for survivorship care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the importance of post-treatment assessments for head and neck cancer patients.
- To emphasize the role of rehabilitation therapies in managing treatment complications.
Main Methods:
- Review of American Cancer Society survivorship care guidelines.
- Synthesis of evidence supporting physical activity, exercise, and therapy interventions.
Main Results:
- Physical activity and exercise can reduce symptom burden and enhance strength and endurance.
- Physical therapy is vital for optimizing jaw, neck, and shoulder function.
- Occupational therapy assists patients in returning to work.
Conclusions:
- Post-treatment assessments are essential for head and neck cancer survivors.
- Physical and occupational therapies are key components of comprehensive survivorship care, improving long-term function and quality of life.
Keywords:
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