Can exercise prevent the onset of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy?

Br J Cancer. 2021 Nov;125(10):1319-1320. doi: 10.1038/s41416-021-01489-5. Epub 2021 Jul 14.

Abstract

To date, there are no effective interventions to prevent the onset and severity of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN). Exercising during chemotherapy treatment has displayed a range of clinical benefits, yet only limited published studies have investigated whether exercise is protective against preventing CIPN. This Editorial discusses a randomised control study of the efficacy of strength or balance exercise to prevent CIPN.

Publication types

  • Editorial
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Antineoplastic Agents / adverse effects*
  • Exercise Therapy / methods*
  • Humans
  • Peripheral Nervous System Diseases / chemically induced
  • Peripheral Nervous System Diseases / prevention & control*
  • Postural Balance
  • Quality of Life
  • Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic
  • Resistance Training

Substances

  • Antineoplastic Agents