Telerehabilitation Following Lung Cancer

Lung cancer is the second-most commonly diagnosed cancer among U.S. Veterans. Significant advances have been made in screening and treatment of lung cancer. Longevity following lung cancer has increased. After lung cancer treatment however, many Veterans experience losses in functional capacity and increased symptoms. Rehabilitation services are needed to address these health issues. This study will evaluate a telerehabilitation intervention with Veterans after lung cancer treatment, with goals to improve their function and quality of life, and advance knowledge on strategies to better meet the rehabilitation needs of Veteran lung cancer survivors following treatment. It will also develop the career of a physician researcher to acquire expertise in rehabilitation services for many Veteran lung cancer survivors.