Water-based Versus Land-based Exercise for Breast Cancer Survivors

Effects of Water-based Versus Land-based Exercise on Cancer-related Fatigue and Functional Capacity in Breast Cancer Survivors

Physical activity and exercise have demonstrated to be an integral part of the cancer-continuum care. Despite strong evidence suggesting that both endurance and strength training should be encourage in cancer patients, there is still controversy regarding exercise dosage, frequency, volume and optimal environment of delivery. In this randomised controlled trial we aim to compare water-based versus land-based exercise in breast cancer survivors to decrease cancer-related fatigue (CRF), improve Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQoL), exercise tolerance, muscle strength and physical activity levels.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Breast Cancer patients post cancer treatment (at least for 6 months)
• Cancer-free at the time of recruitment
• Signed informed consent
• Living in the metropolitan area of Barcelona

Exclusion Criteria:

• Fear of water
• Receiving cancer therapy at the time of recruitment
• Not willing to participate/Refuse to sign informed consent
• Physical of cognitive impairments precluding the patient to perform the exercises