Clinica di Riabilitazione EOC, Faido, Switzerland
Research Article
Can Art Therapy be Helpful in Oncological Rehabilitation?
Author(s): Roberta Pedrinis*, Cristopher Marti and Enzo Grossi
Background and aims: Due to the improvements in cancer detection and treatments, the field of oncological rehabilitation is becoming increasingly important. To improve the effectiveness of oncological rehabilitation, mind-body interventions, such as Art Therapy (AT), may be implemented in the oncological rehabilitation to help patients in understanding and managing the complex psychological and emotional consequences of cancer disease. This study aims to compare the efficacy of a multidisciplinary oncological rehabilitation program combined with an AT group intervention with the efficacy of the conventional program only, in improving physical and cognitive rehabilitation outcomes in cancer patients. Furthermore, it aims to explore participants’ subjective experience and perceived benefits related to AT.
Methods: This study is an observ.. View More»
DOI:
10.35248/2732-2654.25.7(1).001-006
