Implementation of the Vienna Hydrotherapy Group for Laryngectomees?a pilot study

Crevenna, Richard; Schneider, B.; Mittermaier, Christian; Kéilani, Mohammad; Zöch, C.; Nuhr, Martin; Wolzt, Michael; Quittan, Michael; Bigenzahn, Wolfgang; Fialka‐Moser, Veronika

doi:10.1007/s00520-003-0516-y

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“…The patients have high limitations due to disease and therapy. Motivated patients were able to take part in specialized programs despite tracheostomy and larynx resection including aqua-therapy exercises (21,22). The development of this program has taken two decades and could be a prototype for other programs to improve the individual training possibilities for every cancer patient in specialized cancer care.…”

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confidence: 99%

Cancer Patients’ Knowledge and Acceptance of Physical Activities for Rehabilitation

Büntzel

Kusterer²,

Rudolph

et al. 2017

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Cancer Patients’ Knowledge and Acceptance of Physical Activities for Rehabilitation

Büntzel

Kusterer²,

Rudolph

et al. 2017

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“…Many studies have suggested balneotherapy can improve the exercise capacity of patients [20][21][22] . The beneficial adaptive responses of the physical capacity of the pilots may have resulted from the thermal effects of balneotherapy.…”

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21-day Balneotherapy Improves Cardiopulmonary Function and Physical Capacity of Pilots

Shi²,

Wang³

et al. 2013

J Phys Ther Sci

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Abstract.[Purpose] The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of balneotherapy on the cardiopulmonary function and physical capacity of pilots.[Subjects] Thirty-six healthy male pilots were recruited. [Methods] All subjects received entire-body immersion bath therapy in thermomineral water for 30 min a day for 21 days. Electrocardiograms, carotid pulse traces, and phonocardiograms were recorded using a cardiac function measuring device. Pulmonary function tests were performed using a Pony FX spirometer. The physical capacity of pilots was examined 1 day before and after balneotherapy.[Results] After 21 days of treatment, isovolumetric contraction time and the ratio of isovolumetric contraction time/left ventricular ejection time were reduced. Forced vital capacity, peak expiratory flow, the ratio of forced expiratory volume in 1 second/ forced expiratory volume and forced expiratory flow at 25-75% were elevated. The exercise numbers of pull-ups and sit-ups in 1 min were boosted. [Conclusion] The findings imply that balneotherapy for 21 days has a significant effect on the cardiopulmonary function and physical capacity of pilots.

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“…Movements of the face, neck and pectoral girdle muscles can be weakened with postoperative scarring and occasionally damage to the spinal accessory nerve, innervating the trapezius muscle [ 29 ] . Although the reasons for reduced PA are complex, it has been observed that physical rehabilitation has positive eff ects on both physical and social functioning [ 13 ] . In a recent study by Hagner, the efficiency of a 14-day exercise-based rehabilitation camp after laryngectomy was studied.…”

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“…Following laryngectomy, patients have a risk of drowning when participating in aquatic activities [ 48 ] . Suitable aids including the Larkel and Aqua-Ther (Heimomed) have allowed patients to swim safely [ 13 ] . Crevanna et al conducted a pilot study on a hydrotherapy group for laryngectomy patients.…”

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Physical Activity and Quality of Life in Head and Neck Cancer Survivors: A Literature Review

Sammut¹,

Ward

Patel

2014

Int J Sports Med

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The head and neck region is highly complex in terms of its anatomy and physiology. Head and neck cancer (HNC) and the treatment thereof can significantly affect both the structure and function of this area, especially in terms of swallowing, breathing and speaking. This may lead to a significant reduction in quality of life (QOL), and present challenges to both patients and their caregivers. There is increasing evidence that physical activity (PA) after a diagnosis of cancer is associated with improved overall mortality. This is well established in colon, prostate, ovarian and breast cancer. 2 recent metanalyses have determined that exercise interventions following cancer diagnosis are associated with a 41% reduction in risk of all-cause mortality, and an improvement in QOL. PA has also been found to be valuable in counteracting symptoms that reduce QOL, including depression, fatigue, worry and anxiety. Given that HNC patients face their own unique set of challenges, and may have different needs than other cancer patients, we have reviewed the available literature on the interactions between exercise and QOL in HNC patients.

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Implementation of the Vienna Hydrotherapy Group for Laryngectomees?a pilot study

Abstract: A hydrotherapy group for laryngectomized patients proved to be safe, feasible, and effective in this pilot study.

Cited by 24 publications

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Cancer Patients’ Knowledge and Acceptance of Physical Activities for Rehabilitation

Cancer Patients’ Knowledge and Acceptance of Physical Activities for Rehabilitation

21-day Balneotherapy Improves Cardiopulmonary Function and Physical Capacity of Pilots

Physical Activity and Quality of Life in Head and Neck Cancer Survivors: A Literature Review

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