Physical problems, functional limitations, and preferences for physical therapist-guided exercise programs among Dutch patients with metastatic breast cancer: a mixed methods study.

M R Ten TusscherW G GroenE GeleijnG S SonkeI R KoningsM J Van der VorstA van ZweedenN K AaronsonMartijn M Stuiver

Published in: Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (2019)

Patients with MBC experience a broad range of physical health problems that limit their ability to be physically active. While preferences vary strongly, patients with MBC would value the availability of high quality, PT-guided, tailored exercise programs.

Keyphrases

mental health
physical activity
metastatic breast cancer
public health
high intensity
healthcare
resistance training
smoking cessation