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Effects of physical exercise on rehabilitation of cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy
Yusuf Malik1, Jayeeta Sen1, Anand Mishra2
1Department of Radiation Oncology, Sri Aurobindo Medical College and PG Institute, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India.
Background:
According to the World Health Organization and American Cancer Society, cancer survivors should involve in mild-to-moderate intensity exercises and consume vegetarian diet. These lifestyle alterations show improvement in cancer recurrence, risk reduction, and quality of life (QOL).
Objective:
The purpose of this study was to study the effect of physical activity on health/behavioural changes among adult cancer survivors.
Materials And Methods:
The study is randomized controlled trial which included 100 patients (Group A - Exercise group - 50 patients and Group B - Control group - 50 patients). Assessment of cardiopulmonary fitness, endurance, and QOL was done.
Results:
Significant improvement in pulse rate, SpO2 and endurance, mental health, and social dimension was found in exercising group with no significant improvement in spiritual dimension.
Conclusion:
Remodelling the lifestyle by diet adjustment, strength training, and exercises alters the incidence and prognosis of cancer.
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