Can exercise improve physical performance in advanced cancer? A controlled trial perspective

In a pioneering endeavor to explore the potential benefits of physical exercise for cancer patients facing advanced and incurable disease, a rigorous randomized controlled trial was conducted by Line M Oldervoll and colleagues(2011). Their research, aimed at investigating the hypothesis that physical exercise could alleviate fatigue and enhance physical performance in this vulnerable population, yielded insightful findings that may reshape approaches to supportive care in … Continue reading Can exercise improve physical performance in advanced cancer? A controlled trial perspective

How Does Reflexology Impact Quality of Life in Patients in the Late Stages of Cancer?

In 2000, Hodgson, et. al., conducted study which aimed to investigate the effects of reflexology on the quality of life of patients in the palliative stage of cancer. The objective was to determine whether reflexology, a complementary therapy that involves applying pressure to specific points on the feet, could provide any benefits for individuals facing advanced cancer. In this randomized controlled trial, twelve patients with … Continue reading How Does Reflexology Impact Quality of Life in Patients in the Late Stages of Cancer?