Telemedicine Applications for Cancer Rehabilitation: Scoping Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cancer is a significant public health issue worldwide. Treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy often cause psychological and physiological side effects, affecting patients' ability to function and their quality of life (QoL). Physical activity is crucial to cancer rehabilitation, improving physical function and QoL and reducing cancer-related fatigue. However, many patients face barriers to accessing cancer rehabilitation due to socioeconomic factors, transportation issues, and time constraints. Telerehabilitation can potentially overcome these barriers by delivering rehabilitation remotely.

Objective

The aim of the study is to identify how telemedicine is used for the rehabilitation of patients with cancer.

Methods

This scoping revi

SUBMITTER: Goncalves Leite Rocco P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11375396 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature