Effects of Exercise in Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy for Head and Neck Cancer: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial

Effects of Exercise in Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy for Head and Neck Cancer: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial

Background: Cisplatin administration may induce muscle atrophy, thereby reducing the fitness level of patients with head and neck cancer (HNC). To date, only animal studies have been conducted to test the effectiveness of exercise interventions in diminishing side effects of cisplatin. Aim: To deter...

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Main Authors: Kuan-Yin Lin, Hui-Ching Cheng, Chia-Jui Yen, Ching-Hsia Hung, Yu-Ting Haung, Hsin-Lun Yang, Wan-Ting Cheng, Kun-Ling Tsai
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-02-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Subjects:
head and neck cancer
exercise training
muscle strength
chemotherapy
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/18/3/1291

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