The impact of maximal strength training on quality of life among women with breast cancer undergoing treatment

• Datum: 2023
• Hauptverfasser: Cešeiko, R., Eglītis, J., Srebnijs, A., Timofejevs, M., Purmalis, E., Erts, R., Vētra, A., Tomsone, S.
• Format: Artikel
• Sprache: English
• Veröffentlicht: PH Akademperiodyka 2023
• Schlagworte: breast cancer; muscle strength; physical activity; quality of life; rehabilitation
• Online Zugang: https://exp-oncology.com.ua/index.php/Exp/article/view/2019-2-12
• Назва журналу: Experimental Oncology

Summary. Cancer rehabilitation programs mainly involve endurance training while little attention has been paid to strength training. Breast cancer (BC) patients lose muscle strength while undergoing adjuvant treatment, thus affecting daily activities and quality of life. Maximal strength training, w...