{"id":12603,"date":"2025-11-12T10:45:35","date_gmt":"2025-11-12T09:45:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/2025\/11\/12\/the-role-of-sport-in-reducing-the-risk-of-cancer-recurrence\/"},"modified":"2026-02-25T09:48:54","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T08:48:54","slug":"the-role-of-sport-in-reducing-the-risk-of-cancer-recurrence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/en\/2025\/11\/12\/the-role-of-sport-in-reducing-the-risk-of-cancer-recurrence\/","title":{"rendered":"The Role of Sport in Reducing the Risk of Cancer Recurrence"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">After a cancer diagnosis, every patient seeks to stack the odds in their favour to avoid recurrence.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While medical treatments and regular follow-up remain essential, one often underestimated factor plays a major role in this battle: <strong>physical activity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At ID SOLUTIONS, a specialist in molecular research and diagnostic solutions, we know early detection is vital. But we also believe that patient support doesn\u2019t end with screening. Leading an active lifestyle after cancer is key to full recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> <br\/> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Banniere-2-Sport-et-recidive-1.png\" alt=\"A woman exercising in a gym\" class=\"wp-image-12583\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Banniere-2-Sport-et-recidive-1.png 1170w, https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Banniere-2-Sport-et-recidive-1-300x115.png 300w, https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Banniere-2-Sport-et-recidive-1-1024x394.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Banniere-2-Sport-et-recidive-1-768x295.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Statistics that speak for themselves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Scientific data are clear: physical activity performed after a cancer diagnosis significantly reduces the risk of recurrence. International studies show impressive results:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prostate cancer<\/strong>: on average a 57% reduction in recurrence risk.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Colorectal cancer<\/strong>: a 49% decrease in recurrence risk.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Breast cancer<\/strong>: a 43% drop in recurrence risk.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond recurrence prevention, post-diagnosis physical activity is associated with about a <strong>40% reduction in overall mortality<\/strong> for these three types of cancer. These benefits are observed even with moderate activity equivalent to 30 minutes of brisk walking, five times a week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover: increasing one\u2019s physical activity level progressively after diagnosis\u2014even starting from a low baseline\u2014is linked to a significant reduction in mortality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does physical activity act against recurrence?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Optimising metabolism and reducing fatigue<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Regular physical activity affects many physiological mechanisms that contribute to reducing recurrence risk and improving treatment tolerance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It improves metabolism: better insulin sensitivity and blood-glucose regulation; better fatty-acid utilisation; muscle mass and bone density maintenance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These combined effects prevent sarcopenia and functional loss often observed during treatments, and contribute to a lasting reduction in cancer-related fatigue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Strengthening the immune system and improving body composition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In parallel, exercise stimulates the immune system: increased activity of natural killer cells and T lymphocytes, and shifts the immune response toward an anti-inflammatory profile. This modulation of the inflammatory environment helps maintain a biological terrain unfavorable to tumour progression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, by improving body composition and reducing fat, physical activity aids better treatment tolerance, reduces pain and enhances quality of life. It thus stands as an effective non-pharmacological therapy\u2014studies show a 20\u201340% reduction in chronic fatigue\u2014and supports physical and psychological autonomy recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> <br\/> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/8.png\" alt=\"A man exerting himself on a weight training machine.\" class=\"wp-image-12581\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/8.png 1170w, https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/8-300x115.png 300w, https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/8-1024x394.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/8-768x295.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Professional and human accompaniment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As emphasised by Dr Jean-Marc S\u00e8ne, a physician specialising in sport-health:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><blockquote data-start=\"2981\" data-end=\"3558\">&#13;\n<p data-start=\"2983\" data-end=\"3558\">\u201cA patient who takes up a sporting challenge discovers mental capacities they often did not suspect. Mental capacities are decisive in healing.\u201d<\/p>&#13;\n<\/blockquote><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Physical activity adapted to the individual must be framed within a structured approach, complementing medical supervision. Trained professionals, such as adapted physical activity educators or organisations like CAMI Sport &amp; Cancer, offer programmes tailored to each patient\u2019s capacity and profile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond movement, this support contributes to better psychological and social balance \u2014 essential factors for overall recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> <br\/> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/7.png\" alt=\"A man is doing pull-ups on a weight machine.\" class=\"wp-image-12582\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/7.png 1170w, https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/7-300x115.png 300w, https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/7-1024x394.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/7-768x295.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cancer disrupts one\u2019s bearings, but physical activity helps regain control. Walking, breathing, moving: these simple acts contribute to rebuilding health and confidence. The goal is not performance but reconnecting with one\u2019s body, guided by professionals and supported by science.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At ID SOLUTIONS, we know every innovation counts in the fight against cancer. Our expertise in molecular diagnostics aims to detect disease as early as possible, but we are convinced that holistic patient care also includes guidance towards an active lifestyle. Because behind every screening test, every analysis, there\u2019s a person who deserves the best chances of recovery and a life without recurrence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The message is clear: move, as soon as possible, as often as possible, and especially regularly. Even moderate activity is a massive gain compared to a sedentary state. Talk to your medical team, get support if needed, and give your body the means to defend itself sustainably against disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> <br\/> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Banniere-4-Sport-et-recidive.png\" alt=\"A woman stretching on a fitness mat. \" class=\"wp-image-12584\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Banniere-4-Sport-et-recidive.png 1170w, https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Banniere-4-Sport-et-recidive-300x115.png 300w, https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Banniere-4-Sport-et-recidive-1024x394.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.id-solutions.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Banniere-4-Sport-et-recidive-768x295.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sources :<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fondation-arc.org\/\">Fondation ARC<\/a> pour la recherche sur le cancer<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.fr\/\">Institut National du Cancer<\/a> (INCa), &#8220;B\u00e9n\u00e9fices de l&#8217;activit\u00e9 physique pendant et apr\u00e8s cancer&#8221;, mars 2017<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CAMI Sport &amp; Cancer<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>La Sant\u00e9 en action n\u00b0445, septembre 2018<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While medical treatments and regular follow-up remain essential, one often underestimated factor plays a major role in this battle: physical 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