Effects of combined aerobic and resistance exercise on quality of life and fitness of individuals who are post cancer treatment; a pilot study
Year: 2013
Type: dissertation
Study design: Clinical Trial
Abstract: Cancer Survivors are defined as any individual who has been diagnosed\nwith cancer and completed treatment, who may or may not be free of the disease\n(Speck et al., 2010). Cancer survivors can experience numerous, debilitating and\nlong lasting side effects. These side effects can occur during and following\ncancer treatment and can affect individuals??? daily life. An overview of the\nliterature on the outcomes that can be experienced from physical activity/exercise\nfor cancer survivors will be presented.\nThis study evaluated an 8-week individualized combined aerobic and\nresistance training program on individuals post cancer treatment, through\nsupervised bi-weekly exercise sessions. This study was constructed based on\nthe review of the benefits of exercise for treatment of cancer and the side effects.\nThe outcomes of the exercise intervention were evaluated through pre-, post and\nthree-month follow-up assessments consisting of physical and psychological\ntesting. Trends of improvements in muscular strength, endurance, reduction in\nfatigue levels and perceived Quality of Life (QOL) were identified. These\noutcomes further support current literature that, a comprehensive physical fitness\nprogram is important for this population in assisting them with reduction in their\ncancer related side effects.
Author: Meagan O’Neill
Language: English
Topic: Cancer survivorship and care
Subfield: Oncology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W2415361586