Strength in Motion: Physical Therapy’s Role in Battling Paediatric Cancer
Childhood cancer refers to a range of malignancies affecting children under the age of 15. These cancers are biologically distinct from adult cancers, often arising from rapidly dividing cells in the blood, brain, bones, or lymphatic system. The most common types of paediatric cancers include leukemia, brain and spinal cord tumors, neuroblastoma, Wilms tumor, and lymphomas. While survival rates have improved globally, cancer remains a leading cause of death among children, with many challenges in diagnosis and treatment, especially in low-resource settings. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) , around 400,000 children are diagnosed with cancer annually worldwide, with leukemia being the most common type. In Pakistan, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) reports that 5% of all cancers diagnosed are childhood cancers, highlighting the need for improved access to timely and effective treatment. Impact of Cancer on the Paediatric Population Childre
