AI Article Synopsis
Article Abstract
Physiotherapy of cancer patients is one of the most controversial issues in our country. Malignant diseases are firstly mentioned as a contraindication of physiotherapy. Until now, physiotherapy was not suggested (or only in limited accessibility) for those patients who had malignant disease in medical history. International medical practice was less restrictive in managing this topic. The development of imaging techniques put this question in a new light. On the basis of evidence, the majority of articles have reported beneficial effects of physiotherapy in cancer patients, and only few articles mentioned it as harmful. Of course, each patient requires an individual assessment, however, if we exclude the possibility of tumor recurrence and metastasis, most of physiotherapy procedures can be used safely. One of the aims of this review is to support the physicians' decisions when to prescribe treatments, in such a way, that more patients could receive physiotherapy. Orv. Hetil., 2016, 157(31), 1224-1231.
Download full-text PDF |
Source |
|---|---|
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1556/650.2016.30502 | DOI Listing |
Publication Analysis
Top Keywords
Similar Publications
Adjacent Level Canal Area Changes up to 2 years after Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Decompressive Surgery.
Spine (Phila Pa 1976)
December 2024
Department of Research and Innovation, Møre and Romsdal Hospital Trust, Ålesund, Norway.
Study Design: A secondary analysis of data from the NORDSTEN-spinal stenosis trial (SST).
Objective: The aim of the present study was to investigate whether the dural sac cross-sectional area (DSCA) on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of adjacent segments decreases after decompressive surgery due to lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) up to 2 years postoperatively, and to investigate possible associations with baseline variables, including preoperative patient and radiological characteristics, and surgical method used.
Summary Of Background Data: Decompressive surgery for LSS is currently the most common spinal surgery procedure; however, there is limited knowledge on changes in the DSCA over time adjacent to a decompressed segment.
Effects of postoperative physical exercise rehabilitation on cardiorespiratory fitness, functional capacity and quality of life in patients with colorectal, breast, and prostate cancer - a systematic review and meta-analysis.
J Cancer Res Clin Oncol
December 2024
Institute of Sports Medicine & Prevention, University Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany.
Purpose: The reduced cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) and functional capacity following surgical procedures and during cancer treatments is a major risk factor for morbidity and mortality among patients with cancer. We aimed to assess the impact of endurance and combined resistance exercise interventions during the postoperative rehabilitation period for patients with colorectal, breast, and prostate cancer.
Methods: A systematic search was conducted in MEDLINE Pubmed, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library until October 2023 for randomized controlled trials that assessed exercise interventions (aerobic/endurance; resistance or combined training) on postoperative patients with cancer.
Telemedicine-based exercise intervention in cancer survivors: a non-randomized controlled trial.
Sci Rep
December 2024
Department of Sports Medicine, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany.
Cancer survivors (CS) often experience treatment-related side effects, such as fatigue, and have reduced physical function. Regular physical activity has been demonstrated to reduce these symptoms and improve cardiopulmonary fitness. Digital solutions are needed to optimize exercise options for CS in aftercare, especially given the significant limitations during the Covid-19 pandemic.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFEffect of low- and moderate-intensity endurance exercise on physical functioning among breast cancer survivors: a randomized controlled trial.
Support Care Cancer
December 2024
Physical Therapy Program, Medical Science Campus, University of Puerto Rico, P.O. Box 365967, San Juan, Puerto Rico, 00936-5067, USA.
Purpose: Compare the effects of low-intensity and moderate-intensity exercise on physical functioning in breast cancer survivors.
Methods: Women aged 50 + years and post-primary treatment for stage 0 to III breast cancer were randomly assigned to a 6-month low-intensity (LIG) or moderate-intensity (MIG) exercise group. Participants were instructed to walk (low- or moderate-intensity) for 30 min five days a week, followed by flexibility exercises, and do strengthening and balance exercises twice weekly.
Could video game-based physical rehabilitation substitute for conventional physiotherapy in patients with glioma? A proof-of-concept study.
Support Care Cancer
December 2024
Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Kyorin University, Tokyo, Japan.
Purpose: The present study investigated the clinical feasibility of replacing a part of conventional physiotherapy (PT) with Nintendo Wii® for the recovery of motor function and activities of daily living (ADL) in patients with glioma.
Methods: This study included 10 patients with first-episode gliomas who were admitted to the neurosurgery department of a tertiary hospital. According to the patients' preferences, they were allocated to conventional PT or Wii® rehabilitation groups in which a part of the conventional PT sessions were replaced with Wii® training.
Want AI Summaries of new PubMed Abstracts delivered to your In-box?
Enter search terms and have AI summaries delivered each week - change queries or unsubscribe any time!