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Physical rehabilitation of the cancer patient

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Palliative Care and Rehabilitation of Cancer Patients

Part of the book series: Cancer Treatment and Research ((CTAR,volume 100))

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In the field of cancer care, the term rehabilitation can encompass a broad spectrum of services. In this chapter, we will address the amelioration of physical limitations imposed on many individuals as a result of their cancer or its treatment and the benefit of a comprehensive multidisciplinary rehabilitation program in improving the functional status of these patients.

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  1. James A. Sliwa
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  1. Center for Palliative Studies, San Diego Hospice, San Diego, California, USA

    Charles F. von Gunten M.D., Ph.D, FACP

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Sliwa, J.A., Marciniak, C. (1999). Physical rehabilitation of the cancer patient. In: von Gunten, C.F. (eds) Palliative Care and Rehabilitation of Cancer Patients. Cancer Treatment and Research, vol 100. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4615-5003-7_5

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