Oncological training and exercise therapy (OTT)

The evidence suggesting the feasibility, safeness and efficacy of exercise in cancer patients under medical treatment is increasingly growing. Several therapy-induced side effects such as fatigue, secondary lymphedema, polyneuropathy, arthralgia and osteoporosis can be positively influenced due to exercise. Based on this rising scientific background, exercise is recommended for cancer patients in current S3-guidelines. Nevertheless, the daily clinical practice is missing high-quality concepts that translate existing evidence into structured exercise programs for cancer patients. For this reason, the model project Oncological training- and exercise therapy (OTT) may present a pioneer concept, combining scientific approaches, education and translation into daily practice. According to the intent of a nationwide accessibility of exercise for cancer patients under medical treatment, this concept is a first structured approach for future clinical implementation.