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Technological Resources for Physical Rehabilitation in Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy: A Scoping Review
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Abstract: Background/Objectives: Cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy often face challenges
that reduce their physical function and quality of life. Technological resources offer innovative solutions
for physical rehabilitation, but the extent of their application in this context remains unclear. This
scoping review aims to explore and map the various technological tools used to support physical rehabilitation
in cancer patients during chemotherapy, focusing on their potential to improve outcomes
and enhance patient care. Methods: A scoping review was conducted following the Joanna Briggs
Institute (JBI) guidelines and the PRISMA-ScR framework. Comprehensive searches were performed
in the MEDLINE, CINAHL, Scopus, SPORTDiscus, and COCHRANE databases. The included studies
focused on the technological resources used in physical rehabilitation for cancer patients undergoing
chemotherapy. Data extraction followed theWorld Health Organization’s “Classification of Digital
Health Interventions v1.0” to categorize the technologies. Results: A total of 32 studies met the
inclusion criteria. The most commonly used technologies included wearable devices (16 studies),
web-based platforms and telerehabilitation systems (7 studies), mHealth applications (6 studies),
virtual reality (2 studies), and exergaming (3 studies). These tools were designed to enhance physical
function, manage treatment-related symptoms, and improve overall quality of life. Wearable devices
were particularly effective for monitoring physical activity, while web-based platforms and mHealth
applications supported remote rehabilitation and patient engagement. Conclusions: Technological
resources offer significant opportunities for personalized rehabilitation interventions in cancer
patients undergoing chemotherapy. However, further research is needed to evaluate the long-term
effectiveness, cost-efficiency, and clinical integration of these tools to ensure broader accessibility and
sustainable impact.
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oncology rehabilitation digital health tools supportive care in cancer mHealth applications
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Citation
Amarelo, A., Mota, M., Amarelo, B., Ferreira, M. C., & Fernandes, C. S. (2024). Technological Resources for Physical Rehabilitation in Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy: A Scoping Review. Cancers, 16(23), 3949. https://doi.org/10.3390/cancers16233949
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MDPI