Exercise Plan Linked to 23% Lower Death Risk in Cancer Patients
Summary
New research shows that cancer patients who follow a structured exercise plan are less likely to die or see their cancer return compared to those who do not exercise. The study reviewed many previous studies and found that regular exercise can help cancer patients live longer and stay in remission longer.Key Facts
- The study combined 123 studies and 21 clinical trials from around the world with 8,449 cancer patients.
- Patients who exercised had a 23% lower risk of death and a 17% lower chance of cancer returning.
- Exercise reduced the risk of death from any cause by 18% and death from original cancer by 26%.
- Patients who completed at least 70% of their exercise program saw the greatest benefits.
- Aerobic exercise or a mix of aerobic and strength training showed better results than strength training alone.
- Most participants were women, with an average age of 54 years.
- The study suggests exercise can be a helpful addition to cancer treatment beyond improving quality of life.
- There was no clear evidence that exercise delayed cancer progression or fully prevented invasive cancer after treatments like chemotherapy.
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