2019
DOI: 10.1007/s00508-019-1504-7
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Role of physical medicine for cancer rehabilitation and return to work under the premise of the “Wiedereingliederungsteilzeitgesetz”

Abstract: SummaryBackgroundWith the intention of enabling people a phased return to work after long-term sick leave the so-called “Wiedereingliederungsteilzeitgesetz” (WIETZ) was implemented in Austria on 1 July 2017.MethodsTo explore the overall awareness about the WIETZ and the value of physical modalities together with further supporting measures in return to work of cancer survivors, a survey by using a self-constructed questionnaire was performed in 30 experts 6 months after the WIETZ came into force.ResultsThe awa… Show more

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“…Thermotherapy includes the application of heat or cold, while phototherapy includes ultraviolet light, so-called cooled red light, and infrared light. Balneology and climate therapy include baths, mud, and different climatic conditions, which have been shown to be effective in muscular relaxation, pain reduction, and improvement in the flexibility of structures [67-70].…”
Section: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitationmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Thermotherapy includes the application of heat or cold, while phototherapy includes ultraviolet light, so-called cooled red light, and infrared light. Balneology and climate therapy include baths, mud, and different climatic conditions, which have been shown to be effective in muscular relaxation, pain reduction, and improvement in the flexibility of structures [67-70].…”
Section: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitationmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…In 1971, the United States first proposed the concept of “tumor rehabilitation” ( 4 ), the main purpose of which is to help cancer patient’s recover their mental, physical and physical functions under cancer conditions and limited treatment. The way of cancer rehabilitation mainly depends on the nature of the tumor and the stage of development of the tumor ( 5 ). Early detection and rehabilitation of cancer have greatly improved the survival rate and quality of life of patients.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The topic of cancer recovery can be traced back to 1971 when the United States first proposed the concept of cancer recovery in the National Cancer Plan [5]. Cenik F defines cancer rehabilitation as "helping cancer patients maximize their physical, social, psychological and professional functions under the limitations of cancer itself and cancer treatment" [6]. The main purpose of cancer rehabilitation is to restore the patient's psychological, physical, and physiological functions well.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%