Longitudinal associations among physical activity, inflammatory markers, and quality of life in patients with head and neck cancer.
Shuyuan HuangYan ZhanSangchoon JeonDeborah W BrunerAndrew H MillerJennifer C FelgerEvanthia C WommackNabil F SabaKristin A HigginsMelinda L IrwinRebecca A GaryCanhua XiaoPublished in: Head & neck (2023)
Being aerobically active was associated with lower inflammation as represented by sTNFR2 but not with other inflammatory markers. Higher PA (aerobic and strength) and lower inflammation were linked to better QoL. More research is warranted to validate the association among PA, inflammation, and QoL.