Archives: Research Papers

Effectiveness of exergaming interventions for adults with cancer: a systematic review.

BACKGROUND: Exergaming, which integrates physical exercise with interactive digital games, has gained attention as a supportive approach in cancer rehabilitation. However, uncertainty remains regarding its effects across different phases of cancer care and its feasibility in clinical and home-based settings. This systematic review synthesized evidence on the feasibility, safety, and effects of exergaming interventions among adults with cancer, with particular …

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Effect of Branched-Chain Amino Acid-enriched nutritional supplement after exercise on skeletal muscle mass in patients undergoing surgery for gastrointestinal cancer.

OBJECTIVES: To investigate the effects of branched-chain amino acid (BCAA)-enriched nutritional supplementation after exercise on skeletal muscle and walking ability in patients undergoing gastrointestinal cancer surgery. METHODS: Fifty patients with gastric or colorectal cancer scheduled for surgery were enrolled in this single-center, single-blind, randomized controlled study. Patients were randomly assigned to a BCAA-enriched jelly group (test group) or an amino …

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Overview of Cancer Rehabilitation Provided in Palliative Care Units in Japan: A Nationwide Survey.

OBJECTIVES: We aimed to clarify the current state of cancer rehabilitation in palliative care units (PCUs) in Japan, thus helping to improve cancer rehabilitation and effectively address patients’ complex needs. METHODS: A nationwide questionnaire survey was conducted, targeting 462 hospitals in Japan that met the eligibility criteria for reimbursement of inpatient fees for PCUs and had submitted notifications to local …

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Cost-effectiveness of a web-based peer-delivered physical activity program for breast cancer survivors.

BACKGROUND: Breast cancer survivors are increasing in number and living longer but often experience reduced quality of life (QOL) from treatment sequelae. Physical activity (PA) interventions can improve QOL, but many rely on costly specialists or are difficult to scale. We adapted an evidence-based peer-mentoring program (moving forward together) for web delivery (webMFT). The platform centralizes peer-coach matching, delivery, and …

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Association Between Danish Guideline Treatments for Breast Cancer and Physiotherapy-Relevant Late Effects: A Nationwide Cohort Study.

BACKGROUND: Breast cancer survival has improved substantially, yet many women continue to experience late effects that may require physiotherapy. Shoulder impairment, lymphedema, and fatigue are among the most common physiotherapy-relevant late effects following primary breast cancer treatment. Understanding how guideline treatments for breast cancer influence these impairments is essential for the early identification of high-risk patients and the development of …

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Therapeutic Exercise Protocol During Hospitalization in Pediatric Oncohematological Patients: Randomized Clinical Trial.

BACKGROUND: Leukemias, lymphomas, and central nervous system tumors are among the most common pediatric cancers and may lead to motor deficits, impaired balance, reduced muscle strength, fatigue, and decreased functional capacity. Early physiotherapy during hospitalization may help prevent inactivity and support functional preservation in this population. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the effects of a therapeutic exercise program on quality of life, …

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EXCEL-Punjabi: the process of using a community based participatory research approach for a culturally-tailored exercise oncology intervention.

BACKGROUND: Physical activity is an effective evidence-based intervention with extensive physical and psychosocial benefits for individuals living with and beyond cancer. Despite being the largest visible minority group in Canada, uptake of currently available exercise interventions, such as the Canada-wide Exercise for Cancer to Enhance Living Well (EXCEL) study, is low among individuals of South Asian heritage living with and …

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Effects of Exercise-Based Interventions on Depressive Symptoms in Adults with Lung Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.

: Exercise is increasingly used in supportive care for lung cancer, but its effects on depressive symptoms remain uncertain. This systematic review and meta-analysis synthesized randomized evidence. : Four electronic databases were searched for reports published from January 2000 to July 2026. Eligible studies enrolled adults with lung cancer and compared a structured exercise-based intervention with usual care or an …

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Fear of Cancer Progression as a Psychological Component of Cancer Rehabilitation in Men Treated for Reproductive System Malignancies: A Multi-Regional Cross-Sectional Study in Kazakhstan.

Fear of cancer progression (FoP) is a well-recognised, clinically significant dimension of quality of life in oncology, yet it remains largely unstudied among men treated for reproductive system malignancies in Central Asia. This study assessed the level and correlates of FoP among such patients across several regions of Kazakhstan, as part of a broader research programme aimed at improving rehabilitation …

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Real-World Analysis of Olanzapine and Functional Outcomes in Outpatient Cancer Rehabilitation.

: Cachexia is a multifactorial muscle wasting syndrome driven by inflammation, causing increased catabolism and decreased food intake. Using appetite stimulation as part of multidisciplinary rehabilitation for cachexia is an emerging strategy. Olanzapine was originally developed as an atypical antipsychotic and has since emerged in rehabilitative strategies in patients with brain injury and chemotherapy-induced nausea. In 2023, the American Society …

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