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Road and parking lot construction in Madison, Wis. may result in travel delays and route changes to UW Health clinic and hospital locations. Please plan accordingly.Read more
Road and parking lot construction in Madison, Wis. may result in travel delays and route changes to UW Health clinic and hospital locations. Please plan accordingly.Read more
Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) Service
For most people with cancer, regular activity is helpful. It can make you feel better both physically and emotionally.
Some of the benefits of an active lifestyle are:
Improved quality-of-life
Increased sense of control and well being
Decrease fatigue
Increased energy and endurance
Increased ability to perform normal activities of daily living
Less dependence on others
Increased muscle strength and flexibility
Reduced risk of blood clots
Increased ability for social contacts and recreation
The amount of activity varies from person to person and may change during and after your cancer treatments. In general, you should start slowly and progress slowly. Chemotherapy can affect endurance and muscle function, and increase your need for hydration and rest. Athletes and others who already exercise may find that they need to modify their exercise program during their treatment.
Consult your doctor before you begin any exercise program to make sure your plan is appropriate and safe for you. Your doctor may suggest physical therapy to plan a specific exercise program.
The Blood and Marrow Transplant program at University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics in Madison, Wisconsin has served adult patients since 1981 and pediatric patients since 1982.