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The effect of individualized exercise interventions during treatment in pediatric patients with a malignant bone tumor.
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Supportive Care in Cancer . Jun2013, Vol. 21 Issue 6, p1629-1636. 8p. - Publication Year :
- 2013
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Abstract
- Background: While research on exercise interventions during anticancer treatment is well-established in adults, only very few studies exist in children. However, pediatric patients experience great limitations to being physically active, and appropriate interventions are desired. Procedure: The present study aimed at investigating the effects of individualized exercise interventions during inpatient stays on pediatric patients with a malignant bone tumor. The parameter of interest was physical activity (PA). Patients' PA during home stays was assessed 6 weeks as well as 3, 6, 12, and 18 months post-surgery. Patients were distinguished into an intervention group and a control group. All patients received endoprosthetic replacement of the affected bone in the same institution. Results: A constant increase in all PA parameters was observed during follow-up. Exercise interventions were possible and appeared worthwhile. The intervention group showed better PA results at all measurements; however, no significant differences between groups were found. Furthermore, differences decreased especially after the cessation of the intervention. General problems in reaching appropriate power and compliance were observed. Conclusions: Individualized exercise interventions in pediatric bone tumor patients are possible and appear to be beneficial. Such interventions should be implemented in adjuvant care; however, future research is needed to understand more about the effects of different interventions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 09414355
- Volume :
- 21
- Issue :
- 6
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Supportive Care in Cancer
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 87391070
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s00520-012-1707-1