scholarly journals The Role of Physical Activity in Cancer Survivors’ Quality of Life

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tayah M. Liska ◽  
Angie Kolen
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Cancer Treatment ◽  
Cancer Diagnosis ◽  
Social Engagement ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Adult Cancer Survivors

Abstract Purpose: As a result of a cancer diagnosis and treatment, many cancer survivors experience persistent physical, mental, and emotional symptoms that affect their quality of life. Physical activity has been identified as an intervention that may help to manage the side effects of a cancer diagnosis and its treatment. The purpose of this study was to investigate the role of physical activity on overall quality of life in adult cancer survivors. Methods: One-on-one semi structured interviews were conducted in person or via telephone with 13 adult (≥18 yrs) cancer survivors who had completed cancer treatment. Results: These cancer survivors described their physical activity as improving their physical functioning and mental health, as a means of positive social engagement, and adding positivity to their daily life. Conclusion: These results support the role of physical activity to enhance cancer survivors’ quality of life regardless of the individuals’ treatment(s) type, duration, or time since the end of active cancer treatment. Further research is warranted to (a) expand this research with a larger sample, (b) examine healthcare providers’ knowledge and application of exercise guidelines to cancer survivors in cancer care, and (c) explore implementation strategies for greater advocacy for healthcare providers to share the exercise recommendations with cancer survivors.

scholarly journals The Role of Physical Activity in Cancer Survivors’ Quality of Life

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tayah M. Liska ◽  
Angie Kolen
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Cancer Diagnosis ◽  
Social Engagement ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Emotional Symptoms

Abstract Purpose As a result of a cancer diagnosis and treatment, many cancer survivors experience persistent physical, mental, and emotional symptoms that affect their quality of life. Physical activity has been identified as an intervention that may help to manage the side effects of a cancer diagnosis and its treatment. The purpose of this study was to investigate the role of physical activity on overall quality of life in adult cancer survivors.Methods One-on-one semi structured interviews were conducted in person or via telephone with 13 adult (≥18 yrs) cancer survivors who had completed cancer treatment.Results These cancer survivors described their physical activity as improving their physical functioning and mental health, as a means of positive social engagement, and adding positivity to their daily life.Conclusion These results support the role of physical activity to enhance cancer survivors’ quality of life regardless of the treatment(s) type, duration, or time since the end of active cancer treatment. Further research is warranted to (a) expand this research with a larger sample, (b) examine healthcare providers’ knowledge and application of exercise guidelines to cancer survivors in cancer care, and (c) explore implementation strategies for greater advocacy for healthcare providers to share the exercise recommendations with cancer survivors.

scholarly journals Enhancing Health for the Growing Number of Older Cancer Survivors: Designing Innovative Behavioral Interventions

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 649-650
Author(s):  
Heather Derry ◽  
Claire Conley ◽  
Kelly Trevino
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Cancer Treatment ◽  
Older Adult ◽  
Behavioral Interventions ◽  
User Preferences ◽  
Adult Cancer Survivors ◽  
After Cancer

Abstract By 2040, there will be an estimated 26.1 million cancer survivors in the United States, with 73% over age 65. Compared to younger survivors and those without cancer, older adult cancer survivors have an elevated comorbidity burden. Lifestyle interventions can play a key role in preventing and managing chronic health conditions and promoting quality of life during and after cancer treatment. Yet, behavioral interventions for maximizing health are under-utilized in older adults with cancer. At times, older adults may have unique needs that require tailoring to increase accessibility, optimization, and uptake of behavioral interventions. This symposium will showcase innovative approaches for enhancing health among older adult cancer survivors during and after cancer treatment. Dr. Bluethmann will discuss design considerations for using geriatric assessment in an ongoing exercise trial to manage side effects of aromatase inhibitors. Dr. Gell will present data on older survivors’ preferences regarding text messaging to support physical activity maintenance from an intervention study. Dr. Leach will discuss the use of technology to facilitate lifestyle change in older cancer survivors, presenting data on older adults’ user preferences and benefits from an eHealth tool. The discussant, Dr. Trevino, will summarize how these interventions can be leveraged to promote engagement in managing older survivors’ health and to inform next steps in intervention development. Collectively, this multidisciplinary group of speakers will provide practical information and “lessons learned” from designing behavioral and technology-based interventions, and highlight the promise that these approaches hold for improving quality of life in aging cancer survivors. Cancer and Aging Interest Group Sponsored Symposium.

Living life post cancer treatment (LLPCT): An assessment of a 12-week multidimensional wellness intervention to improve quality of life and physical activity in cancer survivors.

2020 ◽  
Vol 38 (15_suppl) ◽  
pp. 12052-12052
Author(s):  
Christopher C. Marino ◽  
Colleen Dwyer ◽  
Janette T. Poppenberg ◽  
Jill Brufsky ◽  
Shuyan Zhai ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Cancer Treatment ◽  
Test Performance ◽  
Care Delivery ◽  
Post Treatment ◽  
Step Test ◽  
Lifestyle Modifications

12052 Background: Cancer survivors face unique health challenges with implications on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and physical, social, and emotional wellbeing. With advancements in cancer treatment and aging populations, the prevalence of cancer survivors is expected to grow prompting the need for improved survivorship care delivery and comprehensive rehabilitative services. Living Life Post Cancer Treatment (LLPCT) is a community-based 12-week program that provides multidimensional support to patients of any cancer diagnosis transitioning from active treatment to post-treatment life. This single-arm intervention study aims to assess the program’s impact on HRQoL and physical activity in cancer survivors. Methods: A total of 125 participants within 2 years of treatment completion were enrolled in a 12-week program comprised of 9 sessions of engaging workshops, personalized exercise training, and nutrition and psychosocial counseling with an interprofessional team of oncology providers, social workers, exercise trainers, and dietitians. The program consisted of 8 consecutive weekly sessions followed by a 1-month follow-up session at week 12. Ninety-six (77%) participants completed the eighth or ninth session of the program and were included in the analysis. A series of questionnaires were administered at baseline and weeks 8 and 12. Primary outcomes assessed were HRQoL using the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-General (FACT-G) questionnaire and physical activity using average daily steps by pedometer and 2-minute step test performance. Results: Among the 96 participants (mean age 60.4 ± 11.7) who completed the program, the majority were female, white, and married. Post-intervention median FACT-G scores significantly increased from baseline at weeks 8 (+8.8, p = 0.002) and 12 (+7.3, p < 0.001). Average daily steps by pedometer increased by 1063 (p = 0.003) and 1233 (p = 0.015) and 2-minute step test performance increased by 18 (p < 0.001) and 21 (p < 0.001) steps at weeks 8 and 12, respectively. Participants reported high levels of satisfaction and improved self-efficacy to incorporate lifestyle modifications. Conclusions: These findings suggest that this 12-week intervention improves HRQoL and step-based physical activity levels in cancer survivors and could serve as a multidimensional model for post-treatment support. Further research is needed to determine if these benefits are sustained long-term.

scholarly journals Effects of yoga, aerobic, and stretching and toning exercises on cognition in adult cancer survivors: protocol of the STAY Fit pilot randomized controlled trial

Trials ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Neha P. Gothe ◽  
Emily D. Erlenbach ◽  
Samuel L. Streeter ◽  
Linda Lehovec
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Cognitive Function ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Cardiovascular Fitness ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Adult Cancer Survivors ◽  
Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial

Abstract Background Cancer survivors experience compromised quality of life due to impaired cognitive function as a result of cancer diagnosis and treatment. Although exercise has proven to be effective in improving cognitive function across the lifespan, interventions comprehensively testing the effectiveness for cancer survivors are limited. The STAY Fit Trial is a three-armed pilot randomized controlled trial designed to compare the effects of a 12-week yoga, aerobic walking, and stretch and tone intervention on cognitive function among adult cancer survivors. Methods This pilot study aims to recruit 75 adult cancer survivors who will complete assessments of cognitive function, cardiovascular fitness, physical activity, and psychosocial measures at baseline and after the 12-week intervention. The aims of STAY Fit are (1) to assess the efficacy of yoga to improve cognitive function among cancer survivors, compared to aerobic exercise and an active control group; (2) to examine changes in cardiovascular fitness as a result of the interventions; and (3) to assess changes in quality of life among our population as a result of the exercise interventions. Discussion The STAY Fit Trial will test the effectiveness of yoga, aerobic exercise, and stretching and toning exercises in improving cognitive function and fitness among adult cancer survivors. The results of this pilot study will enable us to understand the most effective physical activity modality to improve cognitive function in this population and potentially combat cancer-related cognitive impairment. Trial registration ClinicalTrials.gov NCT03650322. Registered on 28 August 2018.

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