Lifestyle and integrative oncology interventions for cancer-related fatigue and sleep disturbances.
Maturitas
; 187: 108056, 2024 Sep.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-38981156
ABSTRACT
Fatigue, insomnia and sleep disturbances are common after cancer diagnosis, and have a negative impact on quality of life and function. This narrative review synthesised evidence on lifestyle and integrative oncology interventions for cancer-related fatigue, insomnia and sleep disturbances in cancer survivors. There is strong evidence in support of aerobic and strength exercise for the relief of cancer-related fatigue. Yoga, massage therapy, acupuncture, Tai Chi and qigong can also be recommended for cancer-related fatigue. The evidence on yoga, acupuncture and massage therapy for sleep disturbances in cancer is mixed, while exercise appears to have a modest favourable effect. There is insufficient evidence on nutrient supplements or dietary interventions for cancer-related fatigue or insomnia and other sleep disturbances after cancer. Beyond alleviating cancer-related fatigue and insomnia-related symptoms, integrative oncology and lifestyle interventions have potential to effect multiple other benefits, such as improvement in symptoms such as pain and menopausal symptoms. There is a need for well-designed randomised controlled trials of interventions, particularly in the areas of diet and nutrient supplements, and for implementation studies of interventions already supported by evidence.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Sleep Wake Disorders
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Fatigue
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Integrative Oncology
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Life Style
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Neoplasms
Limits:
Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
Maturitas
Year:
2024
Document type:
Article
Country of publication:
Ireland