Publications by authors named "Ivana Lopez-Nieves"
Support Care Cancer
May 2024
Article Synopsis
- Dance/movement therapy (DMT) is being explored as a supportive treatment for cancer patients, focusing on both psychological and physical wellbeing through a 6-week virtual program.
- Participants reported full satisfaction and significant reductions in anxiety and distress, alongside improvements in joy, indicating potential benefits of DMT in oncology care.
- The study highlights DMT's role in enhancing physical activity, creative expression, mental health, and social connections, suggesting it could be an effective addition to integrative cancer care approaches.
