scholarly journals Classmates motivate childhood cancer patients to participate in physical activity during treatment: A qualitative study

2019 ◽  
Vol 28 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Troels Thorsteinsson ◽  
Kjeld Schmiegelow ◽  
Lone Friis Thing ◽  
Lars Bo Andersen ◽  
Anne Sofie Helms ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Childhood Cancer ◽  
Cancer Patients

scholarly journals SUN-P289: Understanding Behavioral Mechanisms for Physical Activity in Head and Neck Cancer Patients: A Qualitative Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 36 ◽  
pp. S160-S161
Author(s):  
M.J. Sealy ◽  
M.M. Stuiver ◽  
J. Midtgaard ◽  
C.P. van der Schans ◽  
J.L. Roodenburg ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Head And Neck Cancer ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Head And Neck ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Neck Cancer ◽  
Behavioral Mechanisms

scholarly journals Perceived changes to quality of life indicators following a physical activity intervention for recovering cancer patients: A qualitative study.

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 305
Author(s):  
Martyn Queen ◽  
Saul Bloxham ◽  
Phil Brown ◽  
Melissa Coyle ◽  
Ben Jane
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Physical Activity Intervention ◽  
Chronic Fatigue ◽  
Theory Approach ◽  
Structured Interviews

The aim of this study was to examine the perceived changes to the quality of life (QoL) for a group of recovering cancer patients, following 6 months of physical activity.Background Evidence suggests that physical activity can improve the QoL of recovering cancer patients, reducing many of the side-effects of cancer and its related treatments, including depression, anxiety, chronic fatigue and improve physical and psychological health. Method A qualitative study with 14 mixed site cancer patients aged 43-70 (12 women, 2 men). The intervention was in 2 parts the first part was an 8-week physical activity programme, the second part related to a period of non-supervised, physical activity for 4 months (6 months in total). The Programme took place at a university in the South West of England. Semi-structured interviews with patients took place 3 times over 6 months. A grounded theory approach was used to analyse the data.Results We found that prior to the 6-month physical activity intervention many of the patients were anxious about being able to complete the initial 8 week programme. Anxieties related to low self-esteem and the chronic fatigue resulting from their cancer treatment. Consequently several patients expressed concerns about their ability to help themselves self-manage their recovery through physical activity. On completion of the intervention the majority of patients reported improvements in their perceived QoL relating to their ability to self-manage, their self-efficacy, energy levels, along with decreases in chronic fatigue.Conclusion Our study has provided valuable insights into how the perceived QoL of a group of recovering cancer patients can be improved through a combined 6-month period of supervised and independent physical activity. These findings serve as further evidence of the effectiveness of a person centred healthcare approach for recovering cancer patients.

Physical activity barriers, preferences, and beliefs in childhood cancer patients

2018 ◽  
Vol 26 (7) ◽  
pp. 2177-2184 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wilhelmenia L. Ross ◽  
Alyssa Le ◽  
Daniel J. Zheng ◽  
Hannah-Rose Mitchell ◽  
Jaime Rotatori ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Childhood Cancer ◽  
Cancer Patients

scholarly journals Longitudinal development of cancer‐related fatigue and physical activity in childhood cancer patients

2019 ◽  
Vol 66 (12) ◽  
Author(s):  
Elisabeth M. Van Dijk‐Lokkart ◽  
Lindsay M. H. Steur ◽  
Katja I. Braam ◽  
Margreet A. Veening ◽  
Jaap Huisman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Childhood Cancer ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Longitudinal Development ◽  
Cancer Related Fatigue

The Psychosocial Benefits of Recreational Oncology Camp for Childhood Cancer Patients and Survivors: Study Protocol (Preprint)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah L West ◽  
Gillian White ◽  
Nathan O'Keeffe ◽  
Greg D Wells
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Childhood Cancer ◽  
Physical Function ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Salivary Cortisol ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Mood States ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Social Psychological

BACKGROUND Patients and survivors of childhood cancer may experience negative outcomes following treatment. This may result in negative developmental experiences such as social isolation, academic delays, and altered elective participation in developmental activities. Opportunities that offer experiences to children who have had cancer are important to help mitigate the potential outcomes of cancer treatment. One such opportunity is recreational oncology camp (“Camp”); the focus of this research project is Camp Ooch and Camp Trillium located in Ontario, Canada. OBJECTIVE There are two primary objectives of the current study: 1) examine the impact of recreational overnight Camp on social, psychological, emotional, and physical function in childhood cancer patients; and 2) inform an evidence strategy that can be implemented across the organization. METHODS A total of 40 children ages 7 to 18 will be recruited from Camp Ooch and Camp Trillium registration lists. All cancer diagnoses and stages of treatments will be included. No intervention will be added above regular camp programming which participants will opt into, same as campers that are not participating in the study. A No-camp control Group (n=40) will be recruited from The Hospital for Sick Children. Social, Psychological, and emotional functioning will be assessed by questionnaires including the Social Provisions Scale, General Self Efficacy Scale, and The Profile of Mood States (POMS-40). Stress will be measured via salivary cortisol. Physical function will be measured by via activity tracking (FitBit Charge™ 3), and physical literacy will be assessed by the PlaySelf™ scale. Testing will occur pre-camp, during camp, immediately and 6 months post-camp. RESULTS We hypothesize that compared to the non-camp control group, the camp experience will lead to improved social connectedness, reduced salivary cortisol levels (i.e., reduced stress), improved mood states, and increased self-efficacy. We also hypothesize that compared to the non-camp control group, children in the camp group will have increased physical activity participation, which will be associated with improved physical literacy. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, work on this study has been delayed. We are currently completing our application for institutional research ethics approval. Depending on the COVID-19 pandemic status, data collection is projected to begin in the spring of 2021, with the majority occurring during the 2021 summer camp season. Data collection and analyses are expected to be completed by Spring 2022. CONCLUSIONS Overall, we expect the current project will increase knowledge on the psychosocial impact of childhood cancer and a prospective model for supporting positive youth development through social connections, self-efficacy, physical activity, and interaction with the natural environment. CLINICALTRIAL N/A

scholarly journals Impact of an exercise programme on sustaining physical activity for recovering cancer patients: A qualitative study.

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 230
Author(s):  
Martyn Queen ◽  
Saul Bloxham ◽  
Phil Brown ◽  
Melissa Coyle ◽  
Ben Jane
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Exercise Programme ◽  
Theory Approach ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Physical Activity Programme ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
The Impact

Background Pedometers have been shown to improve adherence to exercise programmes. Evidence suggests that PA can improve physical function, wellbeing and reduce the negative impact of some cancer related side-effects. Yet, there are limited PA guidelines for cancer patients in the UK. The aim was to examine the impact of an 8-week exercise programme on sustaining physical activity (PA) at 3-month follow-up. Method A qualitative study with 12 mixed site cancer patients aged 43-70 (10 women, 2 men), involved in an 8-week exercise programme. The Programme took place at a University in the South West of England, UK. Semi-structured interviews with patients took place 3 times over 6 months. A grounded theory approach was used to analyse the data. Results We found that the number of patients perceived to be physically active prior to take-up of the physical activity programme were low (20%). At completion, most patients reported being physically active (84%), sustained but to a lesser extent (67%) at 3-month follow-up. Explanations for sustained PA at follow-up included application of knowledge gained from the Programme in relation to walking technique and use of pedometers and perceived health and fitness gains. Explanations for those not physically active included new diagnosis, reduced mobility following surgery and lack of clear exit route or progression to another structured opportunity. Conclusion Our study has provided valuable insight into how a supervised multi-modal physical activity programme can enable recovering cancer patients to develop a physically active lifestyle.

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