The Sustained Impact of Physical Therapy on Physical Function in Long-Term Survivors of Pediatric Cancer

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K. Ken Wacker · Johns Hopkins University

Jessica Ovans · Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders

Laura Gilchrist · St. Catherine University

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Our study suggests that PT during treatment in survivors of childhood cancer offers a sustained strength benefit. Future research should examine the dosing and adherence to PT in relation to impairments to optimize outcomes.

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Childhood Cancer Survivors' Quality of Life Pediatric Pain Management Techniques Cancer survivorship and care

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Published in: Pediatric Physical Therapy

DOI: 10.1097/pep.0000000000001295

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The Sustained Impact of Physical Therapy on Physical Function in Long-Term Survivors of Pediatric Cancer

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