Exercise and Cancer Treatment: The Clinical Application of Exercise Oncology
A special issue of Cancers (ISSN 2072-6694). This special issue belongs to the section "Clinical Research of Cancer".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 February 2026 | Viewed by 37
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Dear Colleagues,
Exercise is increasingly recognized as a powerful adjunct therapy in cancer treatment, with compelling evidence supporting its role in improving patient outcomes. Exercise oncology has evolved from observational studies demonstrating associations between physical activity and cancer prognosis to rigorous clinical trials exploring its mechanistic benefits and therapeutic potential. Today, structured exercise interventions are being integrated into standard oncology care, aiming to mitigate treatment-related side effects, enhance quality of life, and improve survival in certain cancer populations.
Despite these advancements, critical challenges remain in optimizing the clinical application of exercise oncology. Questions regarding individualized prescriptions, the most effective exercise modalities, and the biological mechanisms underlying their benefits continue to drive research in the field. Moreover, translating exercise programs into routine cancer care requires addressing barriers such as patient adherence, healthcare provider engagement, and system-wide implementation strategies.
This Special Issue will explore the latest research on exercise as a component of cancer treatment, spanning mechanistic studies, clinical trials, and implementation science. By advancing our understanding of how exercise can be best utilized in oncology settings, we can move closer to establishing it as a standard, evidence-based component of comprehensive cancer care.
Dr. Helena Batatinha
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- exercise oncology
- cancer therapy
- immunotherapy
- patient outcomes
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