Colorectal cancer patients who exercise, even moderate physical activity, significantly reduce their death risk say researchers. They were 53 percent more likely to be alive and free of the disease than those who were less physically active.
"Moderate exercise has now been incorporated in some guidelines for colorectal cancer survivors and this new research should further reinforce oncologists that they should discuss this in their survivorship plan," said study's lead author Dr Jeffrey A. Meyerhardt, MPH, of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
Colorectal Cancer - Types, Causes, Risk Factors, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, Prognosis & Prevention
Colorectal cancer is a cancer that starts in the colon or the rectum. Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in men.
Colorectal cancer is a cancer that starts in the colon or the rectum. Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in men.
During the study, Meyerhardt and his team examined 668 men with colorectal cancer. More than 50 percent of the men exercised the equivalent of one hour of walking, at least six days per week, although the men engaged in a variety of different recreational exercises.
The benefit of exercise was seen regardless of age, how advanced the cancer, weight and any history of previous physical activity.
Colo-rectal Cancer - Management
Treatment for Colorectal Cancers may involve surgery,chemotherapy, radiation therapy or biological therapy. Some people require a combination of treatments.
Treatment for Colorectal Cancers may involve surgery,chemotherapy, radiation therapy or biological therapy. Some people require a combination of treatments.
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A new way to select patients for further testing may increase detection of Lynch syndrome, a disorder that predisposes people to developing colorectal cancer at a young age.
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Exercising for Few Minutes a Day Could Help Inactive Obese Women
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