A survey of cancer patients' interest in undertaking exercise to promote relaxation during radiother...
A survey of cancer patients' interest in undertaking exercise to promote relaxation during radiotherapy for breast cancer and metastatic cancer
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BioMed Central Ltd
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English
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Approximately 25-50% of patients undergoing radiotherapy (RT) experience psychological distress and anxiety, which can detrimentally affect both their quality of life and treatment outcomes. While previous research has demonstrated that relaxation exercises can enhance the tolerability of RT and alleviate associated stress and anxiety, the specific...
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A survey of cancer patients' interest in undertaking exercise to promote relaxation during radiotherapy for breast cancer and metastatic cancer
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TN_cdi_gale_infotracmisc_A795960967
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https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/TN_cdi_gale_infotracmisc_A795960967
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1748-717X
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1748-717X
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10.1186/s13014-024-02459-w