Effect of Exercise Training in Lung Cancer

Effect Of Exercise Training In Patients With Lung Cancer During Chemotherapy Treatment

To determine the effects of exercise training in patients with lung cancer during chemotherapy treatment. In currently accessible literature, majority studies, met-analysis, and systemic reviews are related to surgical procedures and post-op pulmonary Rehabilitation of patients with Lung cancer. In literature, Gap related to the control group was observed also. The current study aimed to fulfill this gap by planning a structured intervention plan for the control group as well. It will also add in literature the deficiency of oncology rehab for patients receiving chemotherapy only.

Literature suggested that a pulmonary rehabilitation program for patients with non-small cell lung cancer undergoing induction chemo-radiotherapy seems to improve respiratory function. It is particularly recommended for smokers and patients with respiratory impairment.

Inclusion Criteria:

- Diagnosed patients of stage 1 and 2 Non-small cell lung carcinoma (NSCLC) including Adenocarcinoma & squamous cell carcinoma The diagnosis was established within 6 wk prior to enrollment and was confirmed by histology.

Participants are undergoing lung cancer chemotherapy Participant has the willingness to participate in training WHO physical fitness scores 0-1 Able to perform 6-minute walk test (6MWT) at baseline

Exclusion Criteria:

• • Participant with history of trauma and surgery

  • Patients with lung disease other than lung cancer
  • Uncontrolled hypertension or unstable coronary artery disease.
  • Severe OA, bone or CNS metastases.
  • hemoglobin <10 g/dL
  • Lower than 3,500 white blood cells per microliter of blood