Study results show that people who exercise regularly have a lower risk of developing polyps (which can develop into full-blown cancerous disease, colon cancer) and colon cancer. Lack of exercise and being sedentary increases the risk of cancer. A German study suggests that being sedentary may increase the risk of certain cancers. In addition, sedentary people are prone to obesity problems due to reduced exercise, and obesity and overweight increase the risk of breast cancer, endometrial cancer and colon cancer. A study in Europe and the United States showed that physical activity can reduce the risk of esophageal cancer, liver cancer, lung cancer, kidney cancer, heart stomach cancer, endometrial cancer, filamentous leukemia, myeloma, colon cancer, head and neck cancer, rectal cancer, bladder cancer, breast cancer, and other 13 types of cancer.
Does exercising regularly with cancer make the cancer spread faster? Some people think so. Exercise promotes blood circulation, so cancer cells spread faster. This is clearly an unfounded idea, not supported by any evidence, and while it may seem to make sense in theory, it doesn't work. And, there is no research evidence to support it.
It is possible to exercise normally when you have cancer, but obviously exercise has to be measured and not arbitrary. In fact, people who don't have cancer have to exercise hard. Of course, people with cancer need to pay attention to a few things when exercising.
1. Exercise should be decided according to the condition. As with many cancers in their early stages, there is of course a recovery period after surgery, and after recovery, you can return to your normal life and work, and of course you can exercise as normal, but not excessively (everyone should not over-exercise). It is not limited to people who have cancer). If it is advanced cancer, if the physical strength allows, of course you can do moderate exercise, but it is not suitable for strenuous exercise. Serious illnesses can only walk slowly, or even have to lie down in bed to rest. As long as the condition allows, cancer patients can choose the form of exercise that suits them and encourage moderate exercise.
2. Exercise should also be paid attention to. If there is a tumor in the body, squeezing movements on all parts of the tumor should be avoided as much as possible. Squash does not exclude the possibility of causing spread or tumor rupture. Some tumors may be life-threatening due to TV, rupture, hemorrhage and acute abdomen as a result of strenuous exercise.
What exactly are the best exercises for cancer patients?
First, breathing exercise therapy is suitable for patients who have just had their stitches removed after chest and abdominal surgery. The specific operation is to inhale y, feel the diaphragm off, completely open the bottom of the lungs, hold the breath for 5 seconds, and then slowly exhale. The abdomen is retracted, at which point the diaphragm rises and the chest cavity is infused with fresh air. Breathing should be slow, deep, respiratory rate of 7 ~ 10 times per minute practice, 3 times a day, each practice 5 ~ 10 minutes.
Second, walk for an hour every day. Walking is the most direct and convenient way to exercise, do not need exercise equipment, exercise site is not picky. It is a safe and moderate exercise. Weak cancer patients are suitable for walking slowly and adjusting walking according to the recovery situation.
Note: Do not exercise strenuously
Patients can do it according to their ability. Due to the specificity of their own situation, more intense, physical exertion exercise temporarily weaken the body, sports injury is very large, strenuous exercise is not suitable for cancer patients, we just have to look at it. In addition, the competition type of sports on the flexibility and physical strength requirements are very high, often aggravate the condition of cancer patients, cancer patients should not participate in this kind of sports. The most suitable sports for cancer patients should be more comfortable, able to regulate the rhythm and organized.
What are the anti-cancer benefits of exercise?
Scientists believe that proper exercise has a positive effect on the treatment and recovery of cancer patients. For example, it relieves the side effects of chemotherapy, improves immune function, prolongs survival, and increases patients' motivation to fight cancer.
1. Relieve chemotherapy side effects
It is well known that chemotherapy has side effects such as nausea, vomiting, constipation, hair loss, weakness, weak sweating and drowsiness. This is because chemotherapy destroys and hinders the survival and growth of cells and kills cancer cells. However, this is because, it can also have some effect on normal cells. Appropriate exercise can strengthen the patient's respiratory function, improve lung capacity, improve cardiovascular function, improve muscle strength, alleviate the side effects caused by chemotherapy and improve the patient's quality of life.
2. Improve immune function
Immune cells in the human body can devour cancer cells in a healthy state to avoid tumor formation, but if the body's immunity is insufficient, cancer cells will gather exponentially, forming foci and inducing cancer. Cancer is a chronic wasting disease, and cancer patients often have reduced immunity. Research shows that proper exercise can make the body strong, improve the body's immunity, better stop cancer cells and reduce the occurrence of various diseases.
3. Prolong survival time
Most observational studies have shown that exercise can prolong the survival time of cancer patients, improve the quality of life of cancer patients and reduce fatigue. Taking breast cancer as an example, a large number of studies have shown that appropriate exercise can improve the survival rate of breast cancer patients. A meta-analysis of 16 studies shows that exercise can reduce total breast cancer mortality by 48% and heterogeneous breast cancer mortality by 28%.
4. Improve anti-cancer motivation
A good mindset is very important for cancer treatment. Exercise is an effective means of relieving stress, which can eliminate depression, negativity, anxiety, tension and other bad emotions, make the mood happy, and improve the anti-cancer enthusiasm of cancer patients.