The Role of Rehabilitation for Women with Cancer

As the prevalence of female cancer survivors increases, their quality of life (QOL) and function have become key areas of focus in the context of survivorship and rehabilitation needs. Although behavioral modifications may help to decrease the development of malignancy, women are still at increased risk of developing a cancer diagnosis in their lifetime. Cancer and its treatment can lead to significant functional impairments and symptomatic challenges. However, rehabilitation interventions and medical management provide options to address these issues throughout the oncological continuum of care. With appropriate treatment, women are enabled to experience improved QOL and performance status.