Effects of Nordic Walking on physical fitness in patients with cancer: a systematic review
Background: Despite evidence supporting exercise in cancer care, adherence remains low. Nordic Walking (NW), a pole-assisted outdoor activity, may overcome barriers and improve fitness. However, a comprehensive synthesis of its effects on physical fitness in cancer patients is lacking. Objective: To...
| Authors: | , , , , |
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| Format: | article |
| Publication Date: | 2025 |
| Country: | España |
| Institution: | TecnoCampus |
| Repository: | Repositori Digital del TecnoCampus |
| OAI Identifier: | oai:dnet:rdtecnocamp_::99e01b1d9e2791c280676bb4e41a04d8 |
| Online Access: | https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12367/3225 |
| Access Level: | Open access |
| Keyword: | Nordic Walking Cancer Exercise Systematic review Meta-analysis Physical fitness Quality of life |
| Summary: | Background: Despite evidence supporting exercise in cancer care, adherence remains low. Nordic Walking (NW), a pole-assisted outdoor activity, may overcome barriers and improve fitness. However, a comprehensive synthesis of its effects on physical fitness in cancer patients is lacking. Objective: To evaluate NW’s effects on physical fitness, health-related quality of life (HRQoL), adherence, and safety in patients living with and beyond cancer, compared with no intervention or other exercise programs. Methods: This PRISMA-compliant systematic review and meta-analysis (PROSPERO: CRD42024551608) included randomized or quasi-randomized trials. Five databases were searched through November 2024. Risk of bias (Joanna Briggs Institute) and evidence certainty (GRADE) were assessed. [...] |
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