For colon cancer patients, the path to a healthier, longer life is now within reach thanks to a clinical trial demonstrating the success of exercise after surgery and chemotherapy. Conducted over 17 years, the trial suggests that a structured exercise program can reduce the risk of cancer recurrence and give patients a new lease on life.
A study published in The New England Journal of Medicine outlined the results, which were also presented at an annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Overall, the clinical trial — called the CHALLENGE trial — showed that adding 2.5 hours of exercise to a weekly routine can lead to an increased survival rate for colon cancer patients.
Colorectal cancer affects thousands of Americans every year, commonly cited as the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women. In 2025, about 107,320 new cases of colon cancer are expected, according ...
