Journal of Cancer Research and Immuno-Oncology
Open Access
ISSN: 2684-1266
+44-20-4587-4809
ISSN: 2684-1266
+44-20-4587-4809
Clinical Research Centre, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
Research Article
BREAST CANCER REHABILITATION SERVICES IN SOUTH AFRICA AND SURVIVOR EXPERIENCE OF THESE SERVICES IN TWO DEDICATED CANCER UNITS
Author(s): Portia Mamonyowe Motsoeneng, Anita Beutel, Theresa Burgess, Niri Naidoo, Annemie Stewart and Delva Shamley*
Objectives: The aim of this study was to assess current South African upper limb rehabilitation service provision, and perspectives of these from health professionals and breast cancer survivors.
Methods: A sequential explanatory mixed-methods design informed this study. Service provision was evaluated via an online survey questionnaire completed by health practitioners working in public and private breast cancer units. Focus groups were conducted with both public health practitioners providing the services and breast cancer survivors accessing the services.
Results: This study has revealed a dearth of rehabilitation services for breast cancer survivors in the public health sector of South Africa. Data reveal an overstretched, understaffed and poorly trained public health sector, unable to deliver adequate upper li.. View More»
DOI:
10.35248/2684-1266.22.8.155