A recent study reveals that physical activity may hold the key to alleviating discomfort, offering a non-pharmaceutical alternative to manage pain.
Published in the prestigious journal CANCER by the American Cancer Society, the study analyzed data from over 62,000 adults, including both cancer survivors and individuals with no history of the disease. The results were clear: higher levels of physical activity were linked to lower pain intensity for both groups.
“This may seem surprising to some,” said lead researcher Dr. Erika Rees-Punia, “but physical activity is a powerful tool for pain management, potentially including cancer-related pain.”
The study found that cancer survivors who met the recommended physical activity guidelines (150-300 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week) were 16% less likely to report moderate-to-severe pain compared to those less active. This suggests that exercise may be as effective in reducing cancer pain as it is for other types of pain.
The benefits of physical activity extend far beyond pain relief. It improves cardiovascular health, boosts mood, strengthens muscles and bones, and helps maintain a healthy weight. Regular exercise can also improve sleep quality and reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, further contributing to overall well-being.
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