Exercise Prescription for Cancer Management

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Abstract

Cancer is the leading cause of total disease burden in Australia, with a significant impact on both the quality of life and life expectancy for many Australians. Students will develop the knowledge, skills and competencies required by graduate exercise physiologists to work safely and effectively with clients with a cancer history. Emphasis is placed on developing knowledge and comprehension of cancer pathophysiology, investigation and treatment, and evidence-based applications for exercise prescription for cancer management. After completing this subject, students will be able to conduct effective initial consultations to evaluate the exercise needs of clients with a history of cancer. Students will also be able to design and deliver safe exercise assessments and lifestyle interventions to evaluate and improve the physical fitness, health, and wellbeing across all phases of cancer treatment and management.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics: Physiology, pathophysiology and management of cancer Cancer aetiology, epidemiology, and impact on the healthcare system Role of exercise in reducing the risk of cancer;Pathophysiology and management of cancer;Prostate, colorectal, and breast cancers;Melanoma, lung cancer, and lymphoma; andOvarian cancer, pancreatic cancer, and sarcoma. Assessments, … For more content click the Read More button below. Health assessment and cancer consultations;Exercise assessment and interpretation in people living with cancer;Nutrition and weight management considerations in people living with cancer; andHealth behaviour change and supporting people living with cancer. Cancer management, role of exercise and working in a multidisciplinary team Cancer experience and multidisciplinary care teams; andExercise guidelines and specific alterations for people living with cancer.

This subject will cover the following topics:

Physiology, pathophysiology and management of cancer

Cancer aetiology, epidemiology, and impact on the healthcare system
Role of exercise in reducing the risk of cancer;
Pathophysiology and management of cancer;
Prostate, colorectal, and breast cancers;
Melanoma, lung cancer, and lymphoma; and
Ovarian cancer, pancreatic cancer, and sarcoma.

Assessments, consultations and support for people living with cancer

Health assessment and cancer consultations;
Exercise assessment and interpretation in people living with cancer;
Nutrition and weight management considerations in people living with cancer; and
Health behaviour change and supporting people living with cancer.

Cancer management, role of exercise and working in a multidisciplinary team

Cancer experience and multidisciplinary care teams; and
Exercise guidelines and specific alterations for people living with cancer.

Assessment items

1. Case Study and Initial Consultation

2. Exercise Management Plan

3. Final Examination

4. Intensive Attendance and Participation

Enrolment restrictions

Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology students

or as approved by the Course Director.

Learning activities

Intensive School

Learning resources

Additional resources required by students

Students attending compulsory intensive schools on Charles Sturt campuses will incur costs associated with travel, accommodation and required resources.