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Cancer rehabilitation in India: Current status, scope, and future perspectives
Raktim Swarnakar1, Shiv Lal Yadav2
1Faculty of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, National Cancer Institute, Jhajjar Campus, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi 110029, Delhi, India. raktimswarnakar@hotmail.com.
World Journal of Clinical Oncology
|November 3, 2025
Summary
Cancer rehabilitation in India is underdeveloped despite rising cancer rates. Enhancing services requires policy reform, better infrastructure, and trained professionals to improve survivor well-being.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Public Health
Background:
- Cancer rehabilitation is vital for improving cancer survivors' quality of life.
- India faces a growing need for effective cancer rehabilitation due to rising incidence and survivor numbers.
- Current cancer rehabilitation services in India are underdeveloped and underutilized.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the current status of cancer rehabilitation in India.
- To identify gaps in infrastructure, access, and awareness.
- To examine the scope and regional variations of rehabilitation services.
Main Methods:
- Mini-review of existing literature and healthcare practices.
- Analysis of rehabilitation service scope, including physical, psychosocial, palliative, and vocational aspects.
- Identification of challenges faced by healthcare providers and the system.
Main Results:
- Significant gaps exist in India's healthcare infrastructure, access, and awareness regarding cancer rehabilitation.
- Regional variations in service availability are notable.
- Shortage of trained professionals, limited funding, and cultural stigmas hinder service provision.
Conclusions:
- Policy reforms and integration into national cancer care programs are essential.
- Promoting multidisciplinary care teams is crucial for effective rehabilitation.
- Expanding services is necessary to meet survivors' needs and enhance long-term well-being.
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