Self-directed home-based neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) in patients with advanced cancer and poor performance status: a feasibility study.

Dominic O'ConnorOlive LennonSarah WrightBrian Caulfield

Published in: Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (2020)

Neuromuscular electrical stimulation appears safe and feasible in advanced cancer and may improve physical and HR-QoL outcomes. Future prospective trials are warranted to confirm these findings prior to clinical implementation in an advanced cancer setting.

Keyphrases

advanced cancer
palliative care
spinal cord injury
primary care
healthcare
physical activity
mental health
adipose tissue
insulin resistance