The Development of a Multi-Modal Cancer Rehabilitation (Including Prehabilitation) Service in Sheffield, UK:...

Area of Science:

• Oncology
• Rehabilitation Medicine
• Public Health

Background:

• Cancer patients experience significant challenges from the disease and its treatments.
• Effective cancer rehabilitation is essential for optimizing treatment results and managing side effects.
• Sheffield, UK, has higher cancer incidence and mortality rates, indicating a need for enhanced patient support services.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the design and initial implementation of the Active Together service.
• To address critical support gaps for cancer patients undergoing major interventions.
• To improve clinical and quality-of-life outcomes for cancer patients in Sheffield.

Main Methods:

• The Active Together service is a multi-modal rehabilitation program.
• It utilizes lifestyle behavior-change techniques.
• The service addresses physical, nutritional, and psychological needs of cancer patients.

Main Results:

• The Active Together service has been designed and initially implemented.
• The service aims to align with local and regional cancer care objectives.
• It has the potential to support and benefit cancer patients in Sheffield.

Conclusions:

• The Active Together service offers a vital support system for cancer patients.
• This rehabilitation model can enhance patient outcomes and quality of life.
• The service demonstrates a proactive approach to cancer care in an area with high cancer burden.