Cancer Rehabilitation For Men: The STEEL Program

Did you know?

More men are diagnosed with cancer then women.

Of those who underwent medical management and recovered, up to 60% remain inactive after their cancer treatment.

Many cancer survivors develop chronic conditions such as:

  • Cancer related fatigue

  • Cardio-vascular disease

  • Anxiety and sleep disorders

  • Incontinence and sexual dysfunctions

  • Bone loss

  • Neuropathy

  • Lymphoedema

  • Decreased balance and function

An increasing body of evidence shows that exercise can reduce the risk and impact of those conditions.

The Guidelines

3x30 minutes of moderate aerobics exercises

2x sessions of strengthening of large muscle groups.

This level of physical activity has also been shown to decrease the chance of cancer recurrence by 30% .

With appropriate assessment of the person’s health condition and level of function,

A specific and personalised program enables participants to:

  • Engage in positive health behavior

  • Better adjust to the illness

  • Decrease uncertainty

  • Less symptoms distress

  • Better quality of life

If you know a partner, a father, or a brother affected by cancer, let them know that there is help and they can live their life to the fullest.

To know more about the STEEL cancer rehabilitation program for men, call us on 0298093854.

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