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Cancer rehabilitation is an important part of survivorship as a distinct phase of treatment. Although cancer rehabilitation may involve many disciplines, this
article specifically covers evidence-based treatment in physical and occupational
therapy. Patients may need physical and occupational therapy services for a
variety of cancer-related or cancer-treatment-related problems, including pain,
fatigue, deconditioning, and difficulty with gait. They may also have problems
resuming their previous level of function, which can impact on activities of
daily living, instrumental activities of daily living, return to previous home
and community activity levels, and return to work. This review discusses the role
of physical and occupational therapy in helping cancer patients improve pain and
musculoskeletal issues, deconditioning and endurance effects, fatigue, balance
and falls, and lymphedema and psychosocial problems.

Langue : ANGLAIS