The Benefits of Dragon Boat Participation for Breast Cancer Survivors

Authors

  • Cherie Blanzola Temple University
  • Paige O'Sullivan Temple University
  • Kendra Smith Temple University
  • Rhonda Nelson Temple University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18666/TRJ-2016-V50-I3-7511

Keywords:

breast cancer, dragon boat, quality of life

Abstract

Breast cancer is one of the most common types of cancer among women in North America (McDonough, Sabiston, & Crocker, 2008; Ray & Verhoef, 2013). While advancements in treatment have resulted in higher survival rates, women often experience considerable stress associated with their diagnosis and treatment (McDonough, Sabiston, & Ullrich- French, 2011). Furthermore, the impact of the breast cancer experience often results in survivors feeling a loss of power or control over their bodies (Mitchell, Yakiwchuk, Griffin, Gray, & Fitch, 2007) and challenges often continue for years after treatment is complete (McDonough et al., 2011). It is well documented that physical activity can positively influence cancer survivors’ physical, psychological and social well-being (McDonough et al., 2008), as well as overall quality of life (Carter et al., 2012). Recently, there has been an increase in cancer survivors participating in the team based sport, dragon boating, where 22 paddlers row a canoelike boat in synchronization for 500–650 meters (Mitchell et al., 2007).

Author Biographies

Cherie Blanzola, Temple University

Cherie Blanzola is a graduate student in the MS in Recreation Therapy program at Temple University.

Paige O'Sullivan, Temple University

Paige O'Sullivan is a graduate student in the MS in Recreation Therapy program at Temple University.

Kendra Smith, Temple University

Kendra Smith is a graduate student in the MS in Recreation Therapy program at Temple University.

Rhonda Nelson, Temple University

Rhonda Nelson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences at Temple University.

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Published

2016-08-01

Issue

Vol. 50 No. 3 (2016)

Section

Student Research

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