Exercise in myeloma: tackling fear and building strength
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One thing that stood out immediately during the trial was fear. When patients first start exercising, many are terrified to move, a pattern we often see in chronic pain. Most patients experience pain, fatigue, and breathlessness, and are initially advised, “don’t bend, lift, twist, or exercise”. As a result, many stop moving altogether. The problem is, no one tells them when or how to start again, or how to move safely.
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