Research
Adherence
Physician recommendation and referral to certified cancer exercise trainers significantly increases physical activity levels in breast cancer survivors compared to usual care.
Ask your oncologist for a recommendation to exercise and a referral to a certified cancer exercise trainer. This simple step can help you increase your physical activity levels, even if the increase is modest.
GoodSupportsHIGH confidence
The recommendation groups reported higher physical activity levels, but only modest effects (<30 min moderate intensity physical activity per week compared to usual care).
Why this rating
Supported by a randomized controlled trial of intervention vs usual care.
Source
Physical activity interventions for cancer survivors: Figure 1
Melinda L. Irwin · British Journal of Sports Medicine · 2008
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