Prehabilitation study evaluates exercise and nutrition before GI cancer surgery Skip to content The CRC Digest Prehabilitation study evaluates exercise and nutrition before GI cancer surgery A prospective controlled trial evaluates the feasibility, safety, and preliminary effectiveness of supervised moderate-to-high intensity exercise combined with nutritional counseling in gastrointestinal cancer patients scheduled for surgery. (BMC Cancer) This content is informational only
Patient-Reported Outcomes After Treatment Skip to content The CRC Digest Patient-Reported Outcomes After Treatment Real-world study found older patients reported better functional outcomes, with age showing selective effects on quality of life measures. This content is informational only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your oncologist or care team. © 2026 The CRC
CRC Research Finding Skip to content The CRC Digest ♥ Real-World Study Identifies What Matters Most to Patients After CRC Treatment A pragmatic observational study using patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) following colorectal cancer treatment found that older patients reported better overall functional outcomes, while tumour site did not influence functional or symptom scores. (ANZ
Pelvic floor rehabilitation addresses bowel dysfunction and quality of life after rectal cancer Skip to content The CRC Digest Pelvic floor rehabilitation addresses bowel dysfunction and quality of life after rectal cancer Fourteen survivors shared experiences with structured pelvic floor programs that support bowel function recovery and address psychosocial impacts of low anterior resection syndrome. (Support Care Cancer) This content is informational only
CRC Research Finding Skip to content The CRC Digest ♥ Structured pelvic floor rehabilitation helps survivors manage bowel dysfunction after rectal cancer surgery A qualitative study of 14 colorectal cancer survivors found that structured pelvic floor rehabilitation programs address low anterior resection syndrome, a common challenge affecting bowel function, psychosocial health, and daily living