Physical Activity Resources & Other External Links
Below are links to evidence-based exercise programs, videos, and resources that have been developed by exercise professionals with expertise in cancer-specific exercise physiology. Although they are designed to be safe and effective for cancer survivors, it is important to be mindful of your unique health needs when engaging in any physical activity.
Please explore the links below to find a variety of at-home exercises that allow you to maintain your physical fitness from the comfort of your own home.
Health & Wellness Lab, University of Calgary: Remote Exercise Resources & Videos
Exercise Videos:
Treloar Physiotherapy Cancer Recovery Exercise Program: Exercise Videos
Cancer Recovery Exercise Program Videos:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLS51cGBMI5VcoRLEqDVf8PDgXPQnUaRQ6
Interesting Articles
Urotoday Article: Pooled data from trials comparing degarelix with LHRH agonist in men with advanced prostate cancer
Urotoday Article: The understanding of personalized androgen deprivation therapy
Urotoday Article: Risk of cardiovascular events with degarelix versus leuprolide after biochemical relapse of prostate cancer: Exploratory analysis of a randomized controlled trial
Urotoday Article: A multidisciplinary clinic to mitigate the impact of androgen deprivation therapy in prostate cancer: A pilot study
Urotoday Article: Pooled Data from Trials Comparing Degarelix with LHRH Agonist in Men with Advanced Prostate Cancer
Urotoday Article: Androgen deprivation therapy, cardiovascular risk, and multidisciplinary management of the prostate cancer patient: A German perspective
Urotoday Article: Current Thinking of ADT by Dr. Laurence Klotz, MD.
Sexual Health Resources
Sex Aids:
https://www.pinkcherry.ca/collections/dildo-sex-toys-strap-on-and-harnesses
https://www.myspare.com/ (strap-on harnesses)
https://www.amazon.ca/s?k=strap-on+harness&rh=n%3A6371271011&ref=nb_sb_noss
Sex Toys:
"Living Your Best Life While
on Androgen Deprivation Therapy"
Below is a talk presented by Drs. Walker and Robinson at the Prostate Cancer Canada Network in Calgary in April 2015. The talk focuses on how to manage changes and side effects that can happen from androgen deprivation therapy, such as:
How to manage the physical side effects of ADT including: hot flashes, bone density loss, weight gain and muscle mass loss, fatigue, and increased cardio-metabolic risks.
How to navigate the emotional side effects of ADT and increase the psychological well-being of men on ADT as well as their loved ones.
Ways patients and their partners can maintain sexual pleasure and intimacy.
How to use the ADT Book to aid with goal-setting for behavioral and lifestyle changes relating to direct and exercise, in order to increase your chances of success with making these changes.