Personalized movement plans that support strength, stamina, treatment tolerance, recovery and day-to-day wellbeing during the cancer journey.
Cancer patients used to be advised to not do anything during the treatment. Today, the evidence tells a quite different story. Well directed physical activity is now known to be one of the most useful supportive measures available to cancer patients, enhancing their tolerance to the treatment, recovery times and how well patients feel day to day.
Exercise is not considered fitness at HITEC City, Medicover Cancer Institute, Hyderabad. Each patient is given a personalized movement plan, based on their treatment, physical condition and recovery needs, under the care of Dr Sneha.
Every movement plan is designed to help patients remain active, independent and physically stronger while safely navigating cancer treatment and recovery.
The body is severely taxed by cancer. Fatigue, loss of muscle mass, decreased stamina, poor sleep and emotional stress are all possible side effects of chemotherapy, radiation and surgery. Medically supervised exercise can benefit patients by:
Small, regular and consistent movements even if only a short walk, gentle stretching or a few minutes of breathing work can make a difference when performed regularly and correctly.
Oncological exercises will definitely not be your everyday exercise regime in the gymnasium. On the contrary, these are specifically structured medical programs taking into account the patients stage of cancer treatment.
The selection of each and every element is done according to the current reports of blood, fatigue and health of the individual and keeping safety as the first priority.
Feeling extremely tired is one of the most frequently reported and most difficult side effects that comes with going through cancer treatment. It is fundamentally different from ordinary tiredness. It does not improve with rest alone and can make even simple daily tasks feel overwhelming.
Fatigue can be meaningfully reduced when patients engage in movement that is carefully calibrated to suit their physical condition and stage of care . Patients who adhere to an exercise program with guidance may find that they experience:
Many patients think that it is not possible to do chemotherapy and exercise. Medical supervision of exercise during chemotherapy is safe, effective and has proven real benefits:
The intensity of the exercise is carefully adjusted according to the blood counts, the presence of symptoms and the patient's response to each cycle of treatment. Nothing is left to guesswork.
Treatment ending does not mean the physical work is done. Cancer and its therapies can have a permanent impact on strength, mobility and cardiovascular fitness. A survivorship exercise program is a structured program that assists patients to
A properly designed survivorship program can be the most active part of the patient's role in his or her long-term recovery for many patients.
This program is aimed at:
Anyone requiring long-term physical assistance as well as medical treatment.
In Medicover Cancer Institute, HITEC City, Hyderabad, physical wellbeing is not just an extra treatment but a part of cancer treatment. Dr Sneha provides each patient with personalized physical advice which helps both in their treatment and standard of living.
The aim is to maintain the level of activity, independence and physical strength of every patient as much as possible during their cancer experience.
Yes. In general, medically guided exercise is safe during chemotherapy and radiation therapy. The program is continuously adjusted to meet the patient's needs and stage of treatment.
No. An appropriate exercise program for cancer patients can help to alleviate cancer related fatigue and boost energy levels gradually over time.
Generally, low impact activities are suggested such as walking, stretching, light resistance exercises, breathing exercises and gentle mobility exercises. This will vary according to your treatment and condition.
Fever, active infection, a low blood count or great fatigue or complications after surgery may require stopping exercise. Dr. Sneha and her team will clearly recommend the time to rest and when to start again.
At the time of the appointment at Medicover Cancer Institute, HITEC City, Hyderabad, you can talk to Dr Sneha about it. Your unique health program will be designed according to your specific needs.