Integrating Physical Activity Into Clinical Cancer Care

Am J Lifestyle Med. 2018 Mar 5;12(3):220-223. doi: 10.1177/1559827618759478. eCollection 2018 May-Jun.

Abstract

Physical activity is an important target for improving health and well-being among cancer survivors. Cancer clinicians are uniquely positioned to promote physical activity among survivors through follow-up visits for treatment planning and surveillance. Providers should prioritize assessment of guideline-concordant physical activity and facilitate achievement of physical activity guidelines through exercise prescription, goal setting, addressing barriers, and capitalizing on support systems.

Keywords: cancer; clinical care; physical activity.

Publication types

  • Review