Effectiveness of Therapeutic Exercise for Children Undergoing Treatment for Cancer: A Systematic Review.
Pediatr Phys Ther
; 36(4): 422-438, 2024 Oct 01.
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ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
To evaluate the effectiveness of therapeutic physical exercise (TPE) interventions on the physical functioning, psychosocial well-being, and quality of life (QoL) of children undergoing treatment for cancer.METHOD:
Systematic review databases were searched in April 2023. Selection criteria children (<18 years old) undergoing treatment for cancer or a malignant neoplasm, randomized controlled trial design, utilization of TPE, and including physical and psychosocial outcomes. Internal validity was measured with Physiotherapy Evidence Database scale.RESULTS:
Seven randomized controlled trials were included. Most studies showed that strength, fatigue, and QoL improved after the intervention. Cardiorespiratory capacity through 6-minute walk test and physical activity levels were better in the experimental groups. No changes were noted in other variables.CONCLUSIONS:
This review supports the importance of a TPE program during cancer treatment, with the aim of maintaining physical capacities and counteracting physical inactivity.
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Coleções:
01-internacional
Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Qualidade de Vida
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Terapia por Exercício
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Neoplasias
Limite:
Adolescent
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Child
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Pediatr Phys Ther
Assunto da revista:
MEDICINA FISICA
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PEDIATRIA
Ano de publicação:
2024
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de publicação:
Estados Unidos