Open AccessConsiderations for Training Cancer Survivors
Author(s) -
Lisa K. Sprod
Publication year - 2009
Publication title -
strength and conditioning journal
Language(s) - Uncategorized
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.705
H-Index - 41
eISSN - 1533-4295
pISSN - 1524-1602
DOI - 10.1519/ssc.0b013e318195a259
Subject(s) - cancer , psychological intervention , medicine , quality of life (healthcare) , cancer incidence , population , physical therapy , incidence (geometry) , gerontology , environmental health , nursing , physics , optics
The incidence of cancer development has reached a plateau while cancer survival rates have been increasing. Therefore, more cancer survivors are living with the negative effects of cancer and cancer treatments. Exercise can play a significant role in combating the negative effects of cancer and cancer treatments and improving quality of life during and following clinical treatment for cancer. However, exercise interventions must be individualized to optimally meet the needs of cancer survivors. This article provides valuable information for certified personal trainers regarding the modification of exercise interventions to meet the specific needs of the ever increasing population of cancer survivors.