Health Matters: Reducing Fatigue in Cancer Patients
By: KARK 4 News
Updated: December 11, 2012
It might be hard to believe, but aerobic exercise may help reduce fatigue in cancer patients.
Many doctors recommend rest for cancer-related fatigue ... Which can last for months or even years.
But a new study found combining rest with aerobic activity helped patients feel less tired and helped reduce muscle loss.
Resistance training and other forms of exercise did not improve fatigue.
Researchers say it's important to deal with fatigue .. because patients who suffer from it may be less willing to continue their treatments.
As always, it's important to check with you doctor before beginning an exercise plan.
