Bibliometric view on cancer rehabilitation and cancer physiotherapy.

Abstract

Cancer is among the significant immune diseases with a rapidly increasing prevalence worldwide. Cancer rehabilitation and physiotherapy approaches play crucial roles in the treatment process. This bibliometric analysis compiles research on cancer rehabilitation and cancer physiotherapy. The Scopus search engine was preferred for this purpose, and 1769 documents were examined. The data from the relevant search engine were downloaded on October 24, 2023. These data were analysed via the VOSviewer and Biblioshiny programs. While the United States leads in terms of article publications, Canada takes the lead in international collaboration. The most referenced article, with 1197 citations, is "Early palliative care for patients with advanced cancer: a cluster-randomized controlled trial" published in "THE LANCET" by Zimmeran et al. (2014). The study also identifies the The top three journals with the most citations were "Supportive Care In Cancer," "Rehabilitation Oncology," and "Pm and R Journal." In particular, the University of Southern Denmark stands out as the most involved institution in this field with productive research output. The most prolific author, with 31 articles, is 'Fu Jb.' Among the most frequently used keywords are "human', 'female', and 'cancer 'rehabilitation'. The findings of this study are valuable not only for researchers and practitioners interested in cancer rehabilitation and physiotherapy but also for anyone seeking insights into practical applications and potential future developments. Ultimately, this research contributes to the ongoing dialogue surrounding the importance of cancer and cancer rehabilitation in the field of immune system disorders and creates a roadmap for future research efforts in this area.