Exercise for Cancer Patients: Scientific Studies & Evidence-Based Articles
We continuously review and update this section with the latest scientific studies and evidence-based research, ensuring you have access to the most current and reliable information on exercise for cancer patients and cancer rehabilitation.
"Exercise Guidelines for Cancer Survivors: Consensus statement from International Multidisciplinary Roundtable"
This article is an international consensus statement that updates the guidelines on assessment, prescription, and implementation of exercise in cancer survivors, highlighting benefits such as reduced fatigue, improved physical function, decreased anxiety and depression, and enhanced quality of life.
A systematic review evaluating home-based exercise for people with cancer, highlighting its safety, feasibility, and high adherence (76.2%), and its role in supporting physical function, well-being, and long-term health.
"Physical Activity and Cancer Care—A Review"
This article reviews how physical activity can reduce the severity of cancer treatment side effects, decrease fatigue, and improve patients’ quality of life.
"Effects of Supervised Multimodal Exercise Interventions on Cancer-Related Fatigue"
A systematic review showed that supervised exercise programs significantly reduce cancer-related fatigue.
"Exercise and Survival Benefit in Cancer Patients: Evidence from a Meta-Analysis"
A meta-analysis demonstrating that physical activity after diagnosis improves survival in patients with breast, lung, prostate, colorectal, and skin cancers.
"The Effects of Aerobic Exercise in Patients with Cancer-Related Fatigue"
A systematic review and meta-analysis concluded that aerobic exercise has a positive effect on cancer-related fatigue.
"Impact of Exercise on Cancer: Mechanistic Perspectives and New Insights"
A review evaluating the role of exercise in cancer prevention, treatment, and patient quality of life, highlighting its antitumor effects.
"Exercise to stop cancer returning after treatment, trial finds"
The Guardian: First clear evidence that structured exercise regime reduces risk of dying by a third, can stop tumours coming back or a new cancer developing
"Exercise to stop cancer returning after treatment, trial finds"
This 2023 review explores how regular physical activity improves mitochondrial and metabolic health, helping the body manage inflammation, stress, and energy balance — key factors in cancer prevention and recovery.
"The Effect of Exercise on Quality of Life in Patients With Advanced Lung Cancer"
Chemotherapy often leads to significant muscle wasting, which can worsen treatment side effects and negatively influence overall outcomes. Preserving muscle mass is emerging as a promising strategy to counteract these toxic effects, improve physical function, and support better tolerance to cancer therapy.
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