Physical activity level, exercise behavior, barriers, and preferences of patients with breast cancer-related lymphedema.

Vesile Yildiz KabakCeren GursenAyca AytarTurkan AkbayrakTulin Duger

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

The present study showed inadequate physical activity and exercise behavior in patients with BCRL. Supportive care interventions are needed to overcome barriers for patients with BCRL. Preferences of patients and exercise enjoyment should also be taken into consideration to increase the participation in exercises.

Keyphrases

physical activity
high intensity
end stage renal disease
body mass index
resistance training
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
healthcare
palliative care
sleep quality
prognostic factors
peritoneal dialysis
quality improvement
chronic pain
patient reported outcomes
body composition
pain management
health insurance