Efficacy of an exercise oncology program on sleep quality and circadian rhythm in head and neck cancer patients undergoing chemo-radiation therapy: a randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Head and neck cancer (HNC) presents a significant challenge in oncology. It has high prevalence rates, especially in India, where 30-40% of cancer cases are attributed to HNC. While chemotherapy and radiation therapy are essential components of treatment, they often lead to significant sleep disturbances that negatively impact patients' quality of life and the effectiveness of their treatment. These sleep disturbances are frequently associated with disruptions in the circadian rhythm, which are commonly seen in cancer survivors. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of an exercise oncology program on sleep quality and circadian rhythm in patients with HNC undergoing chemo-radiation therapy.

Methods

Patients with HNC (stage III, IVa, or IVb) undergoing chemo-radi

SUBMITTER: Dsilva C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC13310484 | biostudies-literature | 2026

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature