Fatigue and physical activity

Practice Point

Fatigue and physical activity

In patients with breast cancer who are experiencing fatigue, encourage physical activity as exercise counteracts the adverse effects of cancer and its treatment.

How this guidance was developed

This practice point was developed using an expert consensus process. The practice point was informed by the COSA Position Statement on Exercise in cancer care (2020).

Fatigue and physical activity

Practice Point

In patients with breast cancer who are experiencing fatigue, encourage physical activity as exercise counteracts the adverse effects of cancer and its treatment.

Principles in action
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Supportive care
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Communication

This practice point was developed using an expert consensus process. The practice point was informed by the COSA Position Statement on Exercise in cancer care (2020).