The diagnosis of cancer and the beginning of
chemotherapy treatment trigger questions, fears, and
feelings of helplessness. But there is one step patients
can take immediately to take charge of their health:
Exercise. Studies show that, on average, chemotherapy
patients who incorporate exercise into their lives have
shorter hospital stays, experience a lesser decline in
physical functioning, report significantly less fatigue
and emotional distress, and enjoy a higher quality of
life during treatment. Now these benefits are
available to every chemotherapy patient. Exercises
for Chemotherapy Patients, written by oncologist
Harry Raftopoulos, MD, and exercise physiologist Erin
O'Driscoll, RN, MA, is the very first at-home exercise
program designed especially for those on
chemotherapy. The therapeutic benefits of exercise
are real. As patients develop strength through exercise,
they gain emotional strength. Setting a goal of
wellness–and taking action toward that goal–is the first
step in becoming a cancer survivor. Special
features include: • Complete walking and exercise
programs that require no expensive equipment. •
Advice about coping with the side effects of
chemotherapy • A special section devoted to nutrition
during chemotherapy treatment. Exercising with
undergoing chemotherapy treatments can help you take
control of your body, and in the process give you
strength, courage, and confidence.
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