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Pai HD, Samuel SR, Kumar KV, Chauhan NS, Eapen C, Olsen A, Keogh JW. Indian nurses' beliefs on physical activity promotion practices for cancer survivors in a tertiary care hospital-a cross-sectional survey. PeerJ 2022; 10:e13348. [PMID: 35646487 PMCID: PMC9135035 DOI: 10.7717/peerj.13348] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2021] [Accepted: 04/06/2022] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
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Purpose To describe the physical activity (PA) promotion practices, beliefs, and barriers of Indian nurses working with cancer survivors, and to gain preliminary insights into how their educational qualification might affect PA promotion practices. Methods A validated questionnaire was used to obtain the data (N = 388). Sub-group comparisons were performed based on nursing qualification i.e., Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) and General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) using Mann-Whitney U test and chi square analysis for continuous and categorical variables, respectively. Results The nurses believed that oncologists (47%) followed by physiotherapists (28.9%) were primarily responsible for providing information regarding PA to cancer survivors. The most common period in which the nurses' promoted PA was post treatment (31.7%), although very few nurses (13.3%) promoted PA across more than one of the three treatment periods. Nurses felt that PA had many benefits for cancer survivors; improved mental health (87.7%) and HRQoL (81.1%). Lack of knowledge (42.2%) and lack of time (41.6%) were the most frequently cited barriers. The comparisons based on educational qualification did not typically reveal many significant differences. Conclusion Indian nurses both BSc and GNM qualified, wish to promote PA to cancer survivors despite numerous barriers, across various stages of treatment and believe PA is beneficial to the survivors in the process of recovery. Overcoming these barriers might aid in better promotion of PA to cancer survivors. Implication for cancer survivors Nurses working in a tertiary care hospital in India are willing to promote PA amongst cancer survivors but require more training and support in this area of practice.
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- Hritika D. Pai
- Department of Physiotherapy, Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India
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- Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine, Bond University, Gold Coast, Australia,Southern Cross University, National Centre for Naturopathic Medicine, Lismore, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India,Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine, Bond University, Gold Coast, Australia,Human Potential Centre, AUT University, Auckland, New Zealand,Cluster of Health Improvement, University of the Sunshine Coast, Sunshine Coast, Australia
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Roscoe CMP, Pringle A, Chandler C, Faghy MA, Barratt B. The Role of Physical Activity in Cancer Recovery: An Exercise Practitioner's Perspective. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:ijerph19063600. [PMID: 35329286 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19063600] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2022] [Revised: 03/08/2022] [Accepted: 03/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Less than 20% of cancer patients meet the recommended physical activity (PA) guidelines, partially due to poor knowledge and enforcement/encouragement amongst health-care professionals (HCPs). The primary aim of this study was to explore the perceptions of exercise practitioners on the role of PA and the physiological and psychological benefits to recovering cancer patients; the secondary aim was to understand the barriers and facilitators of promoting PA to cancer survivors. The third aim was to, seek the perspectives on the effectiveness of referral systems between the hospitals and PA structures. A purposive sample of five exercise practitioners' (four male and one female) with experience with cancer patients participated in a semi-structured interview (45-60 min). Interviews addressed five key topics: intervention procedures, patient well-being, patient education on PA, effectiveness of referrals from hospitals, and post-intervention PA. Interviews were transcribed verbatim and analysed via thematic analysis. The participants believed that recovering cancer patients possess a knowledge of the physiological benefits of PA, yet psychological understanding remains unknown. Social environments are key to participation in PA and most HCPs lacked knowledge/awareness of the benefits of engaging in PA. There is a need to improve HCPs knowledge of the benefits of PA, whilst providing standardised training on how PA can improve cancer patients' outcomes.
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- Clare M P Roscoe
- Human Sciences Research Centre, University of Derby, Derby DE22 1GB, UK
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- Human Sciences Research Centre, University of Derby, Derby DE22 1GB, UK
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- Human Sciences Research Centre, University of Derby, Derby DE22 1GB, UK
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- Human Sciences Research Centre, University of Derby, Derby DE22 1GB, UK
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Pinkham EP, Teleni L, Nixon JL, McKinnel E, Brown B, Joseph R, Wishart LR, Miller E, Ward EC, Hart NH, Lock G, Hanley B, Chan RJ. Conventional supportive cancer care services in Australia: A national service mapping study (The CIA study). Asia Pac J Clin Oncol 2021; 18:191-200. [PMID: 33713548 DOI: 10.1111/ajco.13575] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2021] [Accepted: 01/25/2021] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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AIM Cancer and its treatment produce significant acute and long-term adverse effects in cancer survivors, resulting in a range of supportive cancer care needs across the disease trajectory. To enhance supportive cancer care in Australia, this study sought to understand and describe conventional services offered nationwide, specific to their structure (ownership, setting, duration), process (participants, delivery mode, referral pathways), and outcomes (evaluation). METHODS A survey canvassing 13 conventional supportive cancer care interventions was electronically distributed to 265 cancer organizations in all Australian states and territories over 2019 and 2020. Cancer organizations were invited to participate if they provided at least one cancer-directed treatment (ie, surgery, radiation therapy, or systemic therapies); or clinical cancer care to adults, adolescents, or children; or conventional supportive care interventions to cancer survivors. RESULTS A response rate of 46% (n = 123/265) was achieved, with 72% of cancer organizations (n = 88) delivering at least one intervention. Most were provided as outpatient or inpatient services, with few at home (<13%) or via telehealth (<10%). Psychological therapy (90%), self-care (82%), exercise (77%), healthy eating (69%), and lymphedema (69%) services were most common. Fatigue management (51%) and pelvic health (32%) were less common. Services offering massage, return-to-work, cognitive therapy, sleep hygiene, and leisure were underrepresented (<31%). CONCLUSION Provision of conventional supportive cancer care services continues to evolve in Australia. Multiple areas of care require development of dedicated services to address supportive cancer care intervention shortfalls across the country. Online resources and telemedicine are currently underutilized modalities that are available for further development.
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- Elizabeth P Pinkham
- Physiotherapy Department and Division of Cancer Services, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Metro South Health, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.,Cancer and Palliative Care Outcomes Centre, School of Nursing, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Cancer and Palliative Care Outcomes Centre, School of Nursing, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Physiotherapy Department and Division of Cancer Services, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Metro South Health, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Physiotherapy Department and Division of Cancer Services, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Metro South Health, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Physiotherapy Department and Division of Cancer Services, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Metro South Health, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.,Centre for Functioning and Health Research, Metro South Health, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.,School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Cancer and Palliative Care Outcomes Centre, School of Nursing, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Physiotherapy Department and Division of Cancer Services, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Metro South Health, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.,Centre for Functioning and Health Research, Metro South Health, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.,School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Physiotherapy Department and Division of Cancer Services, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Metro South Health, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Centre for Functioning and Health Research, Metro South Health, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.,School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Cancer and Palliative Care Outcomes Centre, School of Nursing, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.,Exercise Medicine Research Institute, Edith Cowan University, Perth, WA, Australia.,Institute for Health Research, University of Notre Dame Australia, Perth, WA, Australia
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- Cancer Council Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Cancer Council Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Physiotherapy Department and Division of Cancer Services, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Metro South Health, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.,Cancer and Palliative Care Outcomes Centre, School of Nursing, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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Dennett AM, Peiris CL, Shields N, Taylor NF. From Cancer Rehabilitation to Recreation: A Coordinated Approach to Increasing Physical Activity. Phys Ther 2020; 100:2049-2059. [PMID: 32737975 DOI: 10.1093/ptj/pzaa135] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2019] [Revised: 01/22/2020] [Accepted: 06/26/2020] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Participation in adequate physical activity improves the health status of cancer survivors, enhances their survival, and reduces their risk of cancer recurrence. However, cancer survivors engage in low levels of physical activity and have limited access to rehabilitation services that could increase their participation. No optimal framework has been developed that supports physical activity participation among cancer survivors. Given the growth in numbers of cancer survivors, development of a framework may provide a pathway to facilitate timely and appropriate care. This perspective paper describes the development of the Cancer Rehabilitation to Recreation (CaReR) Framework and its practical implications. The CaReR Framework uses a tailored, stepped approach to guide health services and clinicians on the design and implementation of interventions to promote physical activity among cancer survivors. Implementation of the CaReR Framework will improve continuity and quality of care for cancer survivors and promote physical activity with the ultimate aim of improving health outcomes.
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- Amy M Dennett
- School of Allied Health, Human Services, and Sport, La Trobe University and Allied Health Clinical Research Office, Eastern Health, Level 2, 5 Arnold St, Box Hill, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Allied Health, Human Services, and Sport, La Trobe University
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- School of Allied Health, Human Services, and Sport, La Trobe University
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- School of Allied Health, Human Services, and Sport, La Trobe University and Allied Health Clinical Research Office, Eastern Health
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Morris M, Crank H, Loosemore M, Stevinson C. Identification of Research Priorities in Exercise Oncology: A Consensus Study. J Cancer 2020; 11:2702-2707. [PMID: 32201540 PMCID: PMC7066012 DOI: 10.7150/jca.42992] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2019] [Accepted: 01/30/2020] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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The growth of research in the field of exercise oncology has resulted in a large evidence base for the role of physical activity in preventing and managing cancer outcomes. Nonetheless, there remain many unanswered questions across the multidisciplinary field. This study aimed to determine the priority research questions within exercise oncology using a systematic consensus method. Forty-seven exercise oncology experts engaged in the five-step process of the Nominal Group Technique to generate a list of research questions in small groups and rank the 10 most important. One hundred questions resulted from the process and fifteen received total scores (sum of ranks) of at least 50 from a maximum score of 470. The highest ranked question (score of 125) related to the identification of functional markers of recovery. The next five questions concerned minimum exercise parameters, health professional education, translation of behavioural interventions, effects of exercise on the tumour microenvironment and development of in vitro models to study the impact of exercise on cancer cell growth and metastasis. The study has demonstrated the importance of future research across all disciplinary areas of exercise oncology and identified the priority questions to which resources might be directed.
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- Mhairi Morris
- School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, United Kingdom.,National Centre of Sport and Exercise Medicine East Midlands, United Kingdom
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- Centre for Sport and Exercise Science, Sheffield Hallam University, United Kingdom.,National Centre of Sport and Exercise Medicine Sheffield, United Kingdom
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- Institute of Sport Exercise and Health, University College London, United Kingdom.,National Centre of Sport and Exercise Medicine London, United Kingdom
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, United Kingdom.,National Centre of Sport and Exercise Medicine East Midlands, United Kingdom
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Patel A, Schofield G, Keogh J. Influences on health-care practitioners' promotion of physical activity to their patients with prostate cancer: a qualitative study. J Prim Health Care 2019; 10:31-38. [PMID: 30068449 DOI: 10.1071/hc17036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Physical activity is beneficial for the physical and psychological health of patients with prostate cancer (PCa). Health-care practitioners are ideally positioned to promote physical activity to their patients. AIM To identify factors that influenced health care practitioners to either promote or not promote physical activity to their patients with PCa. METHODS Individual interviews were conducted with 16 Auckland-based health-care practitioners, including specialists (oncologists and urologists), physiotherapists and complementary and alternative (acupuncturists) health-care practitioners. Data were analysed using an inductive thematic approach. RESULTS Treatment-related factors (ie counteracting side-effects of hormone suppression treatment), longer life expectancy and risk factors for other conditions appeared to influence the promotion of physical activity to patients. Time constraints of consultations and complex medical issues were barriers to the promotion of physical activity. CONCLUSIONS This study found that a variety of health-care practitioners are providing some degree of physical activity advice to their patients with PCa. Collaborative practice among health-care practitioners to verbally reinforce the benefits of physical activity, coupled with referral to experts in physical activity promotion/rehabilitation (such as physiotherapists), should be encouraged for best practice care.
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- Asmita Patel
- School of Public Health and Psychosocial Studies, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Human Potential Centre, Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Human Potential Centre, Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand
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Granger CL, Parry SM, Edbrooke L, Abo S, Leggett N, Dwyer M, Denehy L. Improving the delivery of physical activity services in lung cancer: A qualitative representation of the patient’s perspective. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl) 2018; 28:e12946. [DOI: 10.1111/ecc.12946] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2017] [Revised: 08/10/2018] [Accepted: 09/08/2018] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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- Catherine L. Granger
- Department of Physiotherapy; The University of Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
- Department of Physiotherapy; Royal Melbourne Hospital; Parkville Victoria Australia
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- Department of Physiotherapy; The University of Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
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- Department of Physiotherapy; The University of Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
- Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre; Allied Health; Melbourne Victoria Australia
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- Department of Physiotherapy; Royal Melbourne Hospital; Parkville Victoria Australia
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- Department of Physiotherapy; The University of Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
- Department of Physiotherapy; Royal Melbourne Hospital; Parkville Victoria Australia
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- Department of Physiotherapy; The University of Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
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- Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre; Allied Health; Melbourne Victoria Australia
- Melbourne School of Health Sciences; The University of Melbourne; Parkville Victoria Australia
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van Veen M, Hoedjes M, Versteegen J, van de Meulengraaf-Wilhelm N, Kampman E, Beijer S. Improving Oncology Nurses’ Knowledge About Nutrition and Physical Activity for Cancer Survivors. Oncol Nurs Forum 2017. [DOI: 10.1188/17.onf.488-496] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Dennett AM, Peiris CL, Shields N, Morgan D, Taylor NF. Exercise therapy in oncology rehabilitation in Australia: A mixed-methods study. Asia Pac J Clin Oncol 2016; 13:e515-e527. [PMID: 28004526 DOI: 10.1111/ajco.12642] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2016] [Revised: 09/20/2016] [Accepted: 10/03/2016] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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AIM Oncology rehabilitation improves outcomes for cancer survivors but little is known about program availability in Australia. The aims of this study were: to describe oncology rehabilitation programs in Australia: determine whether the exercise component of programs is consistent with guidelines: and to explore barriers and facilitators to program implementation. METHODS A sequential, explanatory mixed-methods study was completed in two phases: (1) a survey of Australian oncology rehabilitation programs; and (2) purposively sampled follow-up semistructured interviews with senior clinicians working in oncology rehabilitation who were involved with exercise prescription. RESULTS Hospitals and/or cancer centers from 42 public hospital health networks (representing 163 hospitals) and 39 private hospitals were contacted to identify 31 oncology rehabilitation programs. All 31 surveys were returned (100% response rate). Programs were typically multidisciplinary, ran twice weekly, provided education and exercise and included self-management strategies. Exercise prescription and progression was patient centered and included a combination of resistance and aerobic training supplemented by balance, pelvic floor, and core stability exercises. Challenges to implementation included a lack of awareness of programs in the community and organizational barriers such as funding. Strong links with oncologists facilitated program referrals. CONCLUSION Despite evidence to support oncology rehabilitation, there are few programs in Australia and there are challenges that limit it becoming part of standard practice. Programs that exist are multidisciplinary with a focus on exercise with the majority of programs following a cardiac rehabilitation model of care.
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- Amy M Dennett
- School of Allied Health, La Trobe University and Allied Health Clinical Research Office, Eastern Health, VIC, Australia
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- School of Allied Health, La Trobe University and Northern Health, VIC, Australia
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- School of Allied Health, La Trobe University and Northern Health, VIC, Australia
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- Ambulatory and Community Services Program, Eastern Health, VIC, Australia
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- School of Allied Health, La Trobe University and Allied Health Clinical Research Office, Eastern Health, VIC, Australia
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Karvinen KH, Carr LJ, Stevinson C. Resources for physical activity in cancer centers in the United States. Clin J Oncol Nurs 2015; 17:E71-6. [PMID: 24305494 DOI: 10.1188/13.cjon.e71-e76] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Physical activity (PA) has many benefits for cancer survivors. However, the available PA resources for survivors at cancer centers throughout the United States are undocumented. The current study surveyed major cancer centers concerning the availability and types (e.g., facilities, programs, counseling, information resources) of PA resources available. Of supportive care services, PA resources were the least commonly reported. Significant correlations were found among availability of PA resources and other supportive care services. Although many cancer centers reported offering PA programming, formal and informal PA guidance and support seem to fall on oncology nurses and other clinicians. Oncology nurses should be reminded that they may be one of the only sources of PA guidance available to survivors at cancer centers.
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- Kristina H Karvinen
- School of Physical and Health Education, Nipissing University in North Bay, Ontario, Canada
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O'Hanlon É, Kennedy N. Exercise in cancer care in Ireland: a survey of oncology nurses and physiotherapists. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl) 2014; 23:630-9. [DOI: 10.1111/ecc.12206] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/14/2014] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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- É. O'Hanlon
- Department of Clinical Therapies; Faculty of Education and Health Sciences; University of Limerick; Limerick Ireland
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- Department of Clinical Therapies; Faculty of Education and Health Sciences; University of Limerick; Limerick Ireland
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Porserud A, Sherif A, Tollbäck A. The effects of a physical exercise programme after radical cystectomy for urinary bladder cancer. A pilot randomized controlled trial. Clin Rehabil 2013; 28:451-9. [PMID: 24249842 DOI: 10.1177/0269215513506230] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Assessment of feasibility and effects of an exercise training programme in patients following cystectomy due to urinary bladder cancer. DESIGN Single-blind, pilot, randomized controlled trial. SETTING University hospital, Sweden. SUBJECTS Eighteen patients (64-78 years), of 89 suitable, cystectomized due to urinary bladder cancer, were randomized after hospital discharge to intervention or control. INTERVENTIONS The 12-week exercise programme included group exercise training twice a week and daily walks. The control group received only standardized information at discharge. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Trial eligibility and compliance to inclusion were registered. Assessments of functional capacity, balance, lower body strength and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) with SF-36. RESULTS Out of 122 patients 89 were eligible, but 64 did not want to participate/were not invited. Twenty-five patients were included, but 7 dropped out before randomization. Eighteen patients were randomized to intervention or control. Thirteen patients completed the training period. The intervention group increased walking distance more than the control group, 109 m (75-177) compared to 62 m (36-119) (P = 0.013), and role physical domain in SF-36 more than the control group (P = 0.031). Ten patients were evaluated one year postoperatively. The intervention group had continued increasing walking distance, 20 m (19-36), whereas the control group had shortened the distance -15.5 m (-43 to -5) (P = 0.010). CONCLUSIONS A 12-week group exercise training programme was not feasible for most cystectomy patients. However, functional capacity and the role-physical domain in HRQoL increased in the short and long term for patients in the intervention group compared with controls.
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- Andrea Porserud
- 1Department of Physiotherapy, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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Keogh JWL, Patel A, MacLeod RD, Masters J. Perceived barriers and facilitators to physical activity in men with prostate cancer: possible influence of androgen deprivation therapy. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl) 2013; 23:263-73. [PMID: 24134506 DOI: 10.1111/ecc.12141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/06/2013] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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While physical activity is beneficial for men with prostate cancer, too few perform sufficient activity for such benefit. This study examined perceptions of men with prostate cancer of their barriers and facilitators to physical activity, and how androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) may influence these perceptions. Two focus groups were conducted, involving six ADT and eight non-ADT patients respectively. Data were transcribed verbatim and themes developed using a general inductive thematic approach. Facilitators to physical activity common to both groups of cancer survivors included clinician and spousal involvement, with pre-existing co-morbidities and increased age cited as barriers by both groups. The ADT subgroup cited personal involvement as a facilitator to physical activity, with fatigue, reduced motivation and a relative lack of specific advice from their clinician as additional barriers. The non-ADT subgroup had no additional facilitators to physical activity but cited time constraints as a barrier. These results highlight the important role that cancer clinicians and spouses play in promoting physical activity for men with prostate cancer and how ADT may influence their other facilitators and barriers. As physical activity is beneficial for prostate cancer survivors, especially those on ADT, cancer clinicians should regularly discuss physical activity with their patients.
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- J W L Keogh
- Exercise and Sports Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine, Bond University, Robina, Qld, Australia; Human Potential Centre, AUT University, Auckland, New Zealand; Cluster for Health Improvement, Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering, University of the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs, Qld, Australia
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Robertson L, Richards R, Egan R, Szymlek-Gay EA. Promotion and support of physical activity among cancer survivors: a service provider perspective. Psychooncology 2012; 22:441-6. [DOI: 10.1002/pon.3032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2011] [Revised: 11/03/2011] [Accepted: 12/16/2011] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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- Lindsay Robertson
- Cancer Society Social and Behavioural Research Unit; Department of Preventive and Social Medicine; Dunedin School of Medicine; University of Otago; Dunedin; New Zealand
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- Cancer Society Social and Behavioural Research Unit; Department of Preventive and Social Medicine; Dunedin School of Medicine; University of Otago; Dunedin; New Zealand
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- Cancer Society Social and Behavioural Research Unit; Department of Preventive and Social Medicine; Dunedin School of Medicine; University of Otago; Dunedin; New Zealand
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, Pediatrics; Umeå University; Umeå; Sweden
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McCartney A, Butler C, Acreman S. Exploring access to rehabilitation services from allied health professionals for patients with primary high-grade brain tumours. Palliat Med 2011; 25:788-96. [PMID: 21393353 DOI: 10.1177/0269216311398699] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Primary brain tumours account for less than 2% of cancer diagnoses in the UK but more people under 40 die from a brain tumour than from any other cancer. Despite developments in some treatment options, survival remains poor and patients suffer with considerable functional and cognitive deficits. Rehabilitation for patients with primary brain tumours produces statistically and clinically significant improvements in function. When compared, similar functional gains are made following rehabilitation for brain tumour patients and for those following stroke and traumatic brain injury. There have been very few studies looking at access to rehabilitation for this group of patients as a primary objective. However, existing studies and clinical experience suggest that patients with brain tumours do not access rehabilitation services frequently or easily, either locally or nationally. Therefore, this qualitative study addressed the reasons for this through semi-structured interviews of healthcare professionals, investigating their experiences of rehabilitation for this patient group and describing commonly identified barriers under key themes. The interviews gauged the views of eight healthcare professionals representing three professions in different settings, including hospital and community based. The resultant barriers fell under the following themes: professional knowledge and behaviours; services and systems; and the disease and its effects. Suggested solutions were wide ranging and included education, multidisciplinary meetings and specialist clinicians to co-ordinate care. The barriers to accessing rehabilitation for this group of patients are complex, but some of the solutions could be reached through education and co-ordination of services. Further research into the benefits of, and access to, rehabilitation for this group of patients is essential to ensure that patients with brain tumours are given opportunity to gain from the benefits of rehabilitation in the same way as other diagnoses, both cancer and non-cancer.
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Gjerset GM, Fosså SD, Courneya KS, Skovlund E, Jacobsen AB, Thorsen L. Interest and preferences for exercise counselling and programming among Norwegian cancer survivors. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl) 2011; 20:96-105. [PMID: 20345456 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2354.2009.01161.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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To be able to make suitable exercise intervention programmes for cancer survivors, we need more information about exercise preferences. The primary aim of the study was to investigate the interest and preferences for exercise among Norwegian cancer survivors. A secondary aim was to identify demographic and medical characteristics associated with interest in exercise counselling. A questionnaire was completed by 1284 cancer survivors. Overall, 76% of participants were interested or maybe interested in receiving exercise counselling at some point during their cancer experience. Logistic regression analyses indicated that the interest in exercise counselling in men was associated with younger age, presence of comorbidity and having received chemotherapy. In women, the interest was associated with younger age, higher education and change in physical activity level. The participants preferred face-to-face exercise counselling with an exercise specialist from a cancer centre, at a hospital, immediately after treatment. Most cancer survivors were interested in an exercise programme, walking as activity, at moderate intensity and they wanted to start immediately after treatment. The knowledge from this study can contribute to make suitable physical rehabilitation available to cancer patients in the future.
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- G M Gjerset
- Department of Clinical Cancer Research, Norwegian Radium Hospital, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway.
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Monitoring training progress during exercise training in cancer survivors: a submaximal exercise test as an alternative for a maximal exercise test? Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2010; 91:351-7. [PMID: 20298823 DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2009.11.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2009] [Revised: 11/18/2009] [Accepted: 11/20/2009] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To examine the use of a submaximal exercise test in detecting change in fitness level after a physical training program, and to investigate the correlation of outcomes as measured submaximally or maximally. DESIGN A prospective study in which exercise testing was performed before and after training intervention. SETTING Academic and general hospital and rehabilitation center. PARTICIPANTS Cancer survivors (N=147) (all cancer types, medical treatment completed > or =3 mo ago) attended a 12-week supervised exercise program. INTERVENTIONS A 12-week training program including aerobic training, strength training, and group sport. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Outcome measures were changes in peak oxygen uptake (Vo(2)peak) and peak power output (both determined during exhaustive exercise testing) and submaximal heart rate (determined during submaximal testing at a fixed workload). RESULTS The Vo(2)peak and peak power output increased and the submaximal heart rate decreased significantly from baseline to postintervention (P<.001). Changes in submaximal heart rate were only weakly correlated with changes in Vo(2)peak and peak power output. Comparing the participants performing submaximal testing with a heart rate less than 140 beats per minute (bpm) versus the participants achieving a heart rate of 140 bpm or higher showed that changes in submaximal heart rate in the group cycling with moderate to high intensity (ie, heart rate > or =140 bpm) were clearly related to changes in VO(2)peak and peak power output. CONCLUSIONS For the monitoring of training progress in daily clinical practice, changes in heart rate at a fixed submaximal workload that requires a heart rate greater than 140 bpm may serve as an alternative to an exhaustive exercise test.
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Physiotherapy management of cancer-related fatigue: a survey of UK current practice. Support Care Cancer 2009; 18:817-25. [DOI: 10.1007/s00520-009-0715-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2009] [Accepted: 07/27/2009] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Exercise programming and counseling preferences in bladder cancer survivors: a population-based study. J Cancer Surviv 2008; 1:27-34. [PMID: 18648942 DOI: 10.1007/s11764-007-0010-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 67] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Despite growing evidence of the benefits of exercise in cancer survivors, exercise participation rates are low. Understanding the unique exercise programming and counseling preferences of different cancer survivor groups may facilitate the delivery of optimal exercise programs in these growing populations. To date, no study has examined these preferences in bladder cancer survivors. MATERIALS AND METHODS Participants were 397 bladder cancer survivors who completed a mailed survey in the province of Alberta, Canada. RESULTS The majority of survivors indicated they would be interested (81.1%) and able (84.3%) to participate in an exercise program designed for bladder cancer survivors. We also found strong preferences for home-based exercise programming (53.7%), walking (81.1%), moderate intensity activity (61.7%) and unsupervised sessions (70.6%). Logistic regression analyses showed that older survivors were more likely to prefer to exercise at home (77 vs. 68%; OR = 4.21, 95% CI = 0.188-0.962, p = 0.040), do light intensity exercise (33 vs. 16%; OR = 4.50, 95% CI = 0.208-0.940, p = 0.034) and want unsupervised exercise sessions (75 vs. 62%; OR = 4.60, 95% CI = 1.07-4.08, p = 0.032). Body mass index, age, adjuvant therapy, marital status, income and education also influenced some exercise preferences. CONCLUSIONS These findings suggest that bladder cancer survivors are interested in receiving exercise counseling and have some consistent programming preferences including exercising at home, walking, and moderate intensity exercise. Many preferences were modified by demographic and medical factors. IMPLICATIONS FOR CANCER SURVIVORS Understanding the unique exercise preferences of bladder cancer survivors may be used to inform the design and delivery of exercise programs in this growing population.
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Chung BY, Xu Y. Developing a rehabilitation model of breast cancer patients through literature review and hospital rehabilitation programs. Asian Nurs Res (Korean Soc Nurs Sci) 2008; 2:55-67. [PMID: 25031112 DOI: 10.1016/s1976-1317(08)60029-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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PURPOSE This study aimed to develop a rehabilitation model of breast cancer patients through review of literature and available online hospital rehabilitation programs. METHODS Electronic searches of the literature related to rehabilitation programs of breast cancer patients in Cumulative Index to Nursing & Allied Health Literature, PubMed Clinical Queries, and Academic Search were carried out. In addition, hospital websites were reviewed for their rehabilitation programs, which in turn were reviewed and analyzed regarding their contents. RESULTS The four dimensions, 12 categories, and concepts related to rehabilitation of breast cancer patients were uncovered. The four dimensions were concerns and problems, types of rehabilitation, activities, and quality of life. The 12 categories consisted of 2 categories in concerns and problems, 4 categories in types of rehabilitation, 4 categories in activities, and 2 categories in quality of life. A rehabilitation model for breast cancer patients was constructed that was grounded in the four dimensions, 12 categories, and concepts. CONCLUSION Rehabilitation of breast cancer patients deserves special attention to achieve optimal quality of life. Health care professionals need to be educated about rehabilitation as an effective intervention.
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- Bok-Yae Chung
- Professor, The Institute of Nursing Science, College of Nursing, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
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- Associate Professor, Coordinator, PhD in Nursing Program, School of Nursing, University of Nevada at Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
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Physical activity, activity change, and their correlates in a population-based sample of colorectal cancer survivors. Ann Behav Med 2008; 34:135-43. [PMID: 17927552 DOI: 10.1007/bf02872668] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Physical activity can provide benefits to cancer survivors, including reduced symptoms and treatment side effects, improved overall quality of life, and decreased risk of other chronic diseases. PURPOSE The aim of the study was to describe physical activity before and after diagnosis of colorectal cancer and to examine the associations with sociodemographic and disease-related variables. METHODS Telephone interviews were conducted with 1,996 colorectal cancer survivors recruited through a cancer registry. RESULTS In comparison to prediagnosis activity levels, there were 21% fewer participants meeting the physical activity and health guideline (150 min of moderate-intensity physical activity per week) postdiagnosis. Meeting the guideline postdiagnosis was associated with being male, living outside of the state capital city, having a higher education, having a healthy body mass index, not smoking, having had surgery only, and no reported fatigue. Attributes associated with a decrease in physical activity following diagnosis were being female, living within the state capital city, having a lower level of education, having a stoma, having adjuvant therapy, and experiencing fatigue. CONCLUSIONS There is considerable scope for targeted interventions to increase the physical activity of colorectal cancer survivors, particularly for those groups that we have identified as being less active and/or have reduced their activity.
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Stevinson C, Fox KR. Feasibility of an exercise rehabilitation programme for cancer patients. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl) 2006; 15:386-96. [PMID: 16968322 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2354.2006.00677.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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A growing body of evidence indicates the benefits of exercise as a rehabilitation intervention for cancer patients. However, few hospitals offer exercise-based rehabilitation programmes to patients. This study evaluated the feasibility and acceptability of a group-based exercise programme for cancer patients attending a local oncology centre. The intervention consisted of a weekly instructor-led circuit training class supplemented by home-based activity 4 days/week for 10 weeks. From 28 eligible patients, 12 were recruited (43%), of whom nine completed the intervention (75%). The three withdrawals were due to worsening of disease. Adherence (mean of 7.5 classes attended and 4 days/week of home activity performed) and tolerability (no adverse events) were good. Positive features of the programme identified in interviews with participants included the variety and scope of the exercises, and the empathetic but positive approach of the instructors. The small group format was highly valued with participants receiving social support and inspiration from each other. Perceived outcomes included improved fitness, reduced fatigue, enjoyment, enhanced mood and a sense of achievement. Several participants felt that the intervention represented a stepping stone to becoming habitual exercisers. Results suggested that the programme was feasible and acceptable to patients, but uptake was low, indicating a need for more effective recruitment strategies in order for a cost-effective service to be implemented.
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- C Stevinson
- Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation, E-488 Van Vliet Centre, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada
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Vallance JKH, Courneya KS, Jones LW, Reiman T. Exercise preferences among a population-based sample of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma survivors. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl) 2006; 15:34-43. [PMID: 16441675 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2354.2005.00617.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 59] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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In the present study, we examined the exercise preferences of a population-based sample of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL) survivors. A secondary purpose was to explore the association between various demographic, medical, and exercise behaviour variables and elicited exercise preferences. Using a retrospective survey design, 431 NHL survivors residing in Alberta, Canada completed a mailed questionnaire designed to assess exercise preferences, past exercise behaviour, and various demographic variables. Overall, 77% of participants preferred or maybe preferred to receive exercise counselling at some point after their NHL diagnosis. An overwhelming majority indicated that they would possibly be interested (81%) and able (85%) to participate in an exercise programme designed for NHL survivors. The majority of participants (55%) listed walking as their preferred choice of exercise. Logistic regression analyses indicated that NHL survivors' exercise preferences were influenced by body mass index (BMI), exercise behaviour, and gender. Eliciting exercise preferences from the population in question yields important information for cancer care professionals designing exercise programmes for NHL survivors. Furthermore, tailoring exercise programmes to the preferences of NHL survivors may be one method to potentially enhance exercise adherence in this population both inside and outside of clinical trials.
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- J K H Vallance
- Faculty of Physical Education, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
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Stevinson C, Lawlor DA, Fox KR. Exercise interventions for cancer patients: systematic review of controlled trials. Cancer Causes Control 2004; 15:1035-56. [PMID: 15801488 DOI: 10.1007/s10552-004-1325-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 139] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To systematically review controlled trials investigating the effects of exercise interventions in cancer patients. METHODS Studies were located through searching seven electronic databases (Medline, Embase, Cochrane Library, CancerLit, PsycInfo, Cinahl, SportDiscus), scanning reference lists of relevant articles, contacting experts (n = 20), and checking the contents lists of journals available through ZETOC (Electronic Table of Contents). To be included, trials had to be prospective, controlled, involve participants diagnosed with cancer and test an exercise intervention. Types of outcome were not restricted. Two reviewers independently applied the selection criteria. RESULTS Thirty-three controlled trials (including 25 randomized trials) were included in the review. There was some evidence that physical function was increased among those who exercised. Furthermore, symptoms of fatigue did not appear to be increased and there were few adverse effects reported. There was insufficient evidence to determine effects on other outcomes, such as quality of life, with results hampered by the heterogeneity between studies as well as poor methodological quality. Data were also lacking on the long term effects of exercise relating to cancer recurrence or survival. CONCLUSIONS There is preliminary evidence that exercise interventions for cancer patients can lead to moderate increases in physical function and are not associated with increased symptoms of fatigue. However, it is impossible from current evidence to determine whether exercise has long term beneficial effects on survival or quality of life.
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- Clare Stevinson
- Department of Exercise and Health Sciences, University of Bristol, Centre for Sport, Exercise and Health, Tyndall Avenue, Bristol BS8 1TP, UK.
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