ACSM's Guide to Exercise and Cancer Survivorship

ACSM’s Guide to Exercise and Cancer Survivorship presents the science behind the benefits of exercise for cancer survival and survivorship as well as the application of that science to the design or adaptation of exercise programs for cancer patients and survivors. Developed by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), this authoritative reference offers the most current information for health and fitness professionals working with survivors of many types of cancers. Dr. Melinda L. Irwin has assembled a team of the most respected experts in the field of exercise and cancer survivorship. With an emphasis on practical application, the text discusses the following: • Incidence and prevalence of the most common cancers • Common cancer treatments and side effects • Benefits of exercise after a diagnosis of cancer • Exercise testing, prescription, and programming • Nutrition and weight management • Counseling for health behavior change • Injury prevention • Program administration This guide presents evidence-based information to assist health, fitness, and medical professionals in using exercise to help cancer survivors with recovery, rehabilitation, and reducing the risk of recurrence. Throughout the text, readers will find quick-reference Take-Home Messages that highlight key information and how it can be applied in practice. Chapters also include reproducible forms and questionnaires to facilitate the implementation of an exercise program with a new client or patient, such as physician’s permission forms, medical and cancer treatment history forms, weekly logs of exercise and energy levels, medication listings, and nutrition and goal-setting questionnaires. In addition, ACSM’s Guide to Exercise and Cancer Survivorship discusses all of the job task analysis points tested in the ACSM/ACS Certified Cancer Exercise Trainer (CET) exam, making this the most complete resource available for health and fitness professionals studying to attain CET certification. Each chapter begins with a list of the CET exam points discussed in that chapter. A complete listing is also included in the appendix. As both an essential preparation text for certification and a practical reference, ACSM’s Guide to Exercise and Cancer Survivorship will increase health and fitness professionals’ knowledge of the benefits of exercise after a cancer diagnosis as well as the specifics of developing and adapting exercise programs to meet the unique needs of cancer survivors. Evidence has shown that physical activity has numerous health benefits for cancer patients and survivors. More clinicians and oncologists are recommending exercise as a strategy for reducing the side effects of treatment, speeding recovery, and improving overall quality of life. In turn, cancer survivors are seeking health and fitness professionals with knowledge and experience to help them learn how to exercise safely within their capabilities. With ACSM’s Guide to Exercise and Cancer Survivorship, health and fitness professionals can provide safe exercise programs to help cancer survivors improve their health, take proactive steps toward preventing recurrences, and enhance their quality of life.

Table of Contents:
Chapter 1. Diagnosis and Treatment of Cancer Larissa A. Korde, MD, MPH Cancer Incidence and Survival Cancer Biology Cancer Staging Cancer Screening and Diagnosis Cancer Recurrence Warning Signs Summary References Chapter 2. Side Effects and Persistent Effects of Cancer Surgery and Treatment Tara Sanft, MD, and Melinda L. Irwin, PhD, MPH Side Effects of Cancer Surgery and Treatment Recurrence, New Primaries, and Second Cancers Summary References Chapter 3. Lifestyle Factors Associated With Cancer Incidence, Recurrence, and Survival Heather K. Neilson, MSc, and Christine M. Friedenreich, PhD Effect of Body Weight Effect of Exercise Effect of Diet Summary References Chapter 4. Benefits of Physical Activity After a Cancer Diagnosis Kristin L. Campbell, BSc PT, PhD Physiological Effects of Exercise Training Psychological Benefits of Exercise Training Cancer-Specific Exercise Issues by Body System Effects of Cancer Medications or Treatments on Designing an Exercise Program Summary References Chapter 5. Cardiorespiratory Fitness Testing in Clients Diagnosed With Cancer Lee W. Jones, PhD, and Claudio Battaglini, PhD Administration of Cardiorespiratory Fitness Testing Exercise Testing Safety Summary References Chapter 6. Exercise Prescription and Programming Adaptations: Based on Surgery, Treatment, and Side Effects Kathryn Schmitz, PhD, MPH Health Promotion and Risk of Disease Reduction Exercise Prescription Alterations to Address Individual Needs Benefits and Risks of Exercise and Exercise Training Exercise Prescription Individualization Acute and Chronic Adverse Effects of Treatment Setting Goals Sample Exercise Prescriptions Summary References Chapter 7. Nutrition and Weight Management Stephanie Martch, MS, RD, LD, and Wendy Demark-Wahnefried, PhD, RD Diet in Cancer Prevention, Control, and Overall Health Weight Status and Body Composition Weight and Height Assessment Energy Consumption and Cancer Diet Composition and Nutrition Status Complementary Alternative Medicine and Functional Foods Dietary Supplements Alcohol Summary References Chapter 8. Health Behavior Change Counseling Karen Basen-Engquist, PhD, MPH; Heidi Perkins, PhD; and Daniel C. Hughes, PhD Effect of Cancer on Readiness to Exercise Theory-Based Methods and Exercise Translating Theory Into Practice Summary References Chapter 9. Safety, Injury Prevention, and Emergency Procedures Anna L. Schwartz, PhD, FNP, FAAN Cancer-Specific Safety Considerations Emergency Procedures Documentation Summary References Chapter 10. Program Administration Carole M. Schneider, PhD Designing a Cancer Rehabilitation Program Cancer Rehabilitation Programs and Settings Program Description and Operations Policies and Procedures Legal Issues and Documentation Reimbursement Concerns Community-Based Support Summary References