scholarly journals Physical activity and exercise self-regulation in cancer survivors: A qualitative study

2017 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
pp. 563-568 ◽  
Author(s):  
Edward Tsai ◽  
Michael C. Robertson ◽  
Elizabeth J. Lyons ◽  
Maria C. Swartz ◽  
Karen Basen-Engquist
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
Physical Activity And Exercise

Experiences of physical activity and exercise in individuals with systemic sclerosis: A qualitative study

2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 150-160 ◽  
Author(s):  
Henrik Pettersson ◽  
Annica Nordin ◽  
Elisabet Svenungsson ◽  
Helene Alexanderson ◽  
Carina Boström
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Systemic Sclerosis ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Physical Activity And Exercise

scholarly journals Psychological correlates of physical activity and exercise preferences in metropolitan and nonmetropolitan cancer survivors

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chloe Maxwell‐Smith ◽  
Martin S. Hagger ◽  
Robert Kane ◽  
Paul A. Cohen ◽  
Jason Tan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Psychological Correlates ◽  
Physical Activity And Exercise

Perceptions of ‘physical activity’ and ‘exercise’ among people living with HIV: A qualitative study

2017 ◽  
Vol 24 (11) ◽  
pp. 473-482 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kyle Vader ◽  
Alya Simonik ◽  
Denine Ellis ◽  
Dirouhi Kesbian ◽  
Priscilla Leung ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Physical Activity And Exercise ◽  
Living With Hiv

scholarly journals Factors That Affect Decisions About Physical Activity and Exercise in Survivors of Breast Cancer: A Qualitative Study

2012 ◽  
Vol 92 (4) ◽  
pp. 525-536 ◽  
Author(s):  
Antoinette P. Sander ◽  
Jessica Wilson ◽  
Nicole Izzo ◽  
Stephanie A. Mountford ◽  
Karen W. Hayes
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Concept Maps ◽  
Rapid Assessment ◽  
Breast Cancer Diagnosis ◽  
Decisional Balance ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Balance Scale ◽  
Physical Activity And Exercise

AbstractBackgroundExercise has many benefits for survivors of breast cancer, yet only half of this population regularly exercise. Fear has been identified as a barrier to exercise for people with neuromusculoskeletal conditions but has been minimally explored in women with breast cancer.ObjectivesThe purposes of this study were: (1) to investigate factors that affected decisions about physical activity and exercise in survivors of breast cancer and (2) to determine whether fear was a factor.DesignThis investigation was a grounded-theory qualitative study. Qualitative data were triangulated with data from 2 quantitative scales that measured participants' beliefs about exercise and their activity levels.MethodsThirty-four survivors of breast cancer in 8 focus groups participated in semistructured interviews that were recorded, transcribed, and coded. Concept maps created for each group were merged to develop themes. Beliefs about physical activity and exercise were assessed with the Decisional Balance Scale. The Rapid Assessment of Physical Activity was used to assess behaviors regarding physical activity and exercise before and after the breast cancer diagnosis.ResultsParticipants generally believed that exercise was beneficial (Decisional Balance Scale score: X̅=28.1 [of a maximum score of 44], SD=7.6, range=10–43). Participants decreased the amount of physical activity or exercise during treatment but increased the amount of exercise beyond prediagnosis levels after treatment (Rapid Assessment of Physical Activity score: median=6, range=2–7). Three prominent themes described participants' behaviors regarding physical activity or exercise: values and beliefs about exercise, facilitators and barriers that were both similar to those affecting the general population and cancer specific, and lack of or inaccurate information about safe exercise.ConclusionsSurvivors who were active were not afraid to exercise. However, concern about lymphedema and knowledge about safe and effective exercise programs influenced choices regarding physical activity and exercise.

A Physiological Profile of Ovarian Cancer Survivors to Inform Tailored Exercise Interventions and the Development of Exercise Oncology Guidelines

2017 ◽  
Vol 27 (7) ◽  
pp. 1560-1567 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christelle Schofield ◽  
Robert U. Newton ◽  
Daniel A. Galvão ◽  
Paul A. Cohen ◽  
Carolyn J. Peddle-McIntyre
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Ovarian Cancer ◽  
Adverse Effects ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Physical Activity Behavior ◽  
Physiological Status ◽  
Physical Activity And Exercise ◽  
And Function ◽  
Exercise Oncology

ObjectivePhysical activity has become increasingly important in supportive cancer care. However, physical activity and exercise guidelines for ovarian cancer survivors remain generic. The aim of this narrative review is to summarize existing data regarding the physiological characteristics (treatment-related adverse effects, concurrent comorbidities, body weight and composition, physical fitness and function, and physical activity behavior) of ovarian cancer survivors to further understanding of their cancer-specific physical activity and exercise needs. We also highlight gaps in the current knowledge base.MethodsWe undertook a narrative review of current literature on the physiological status of ovarian cancer survivors. We defined physiological status as treatment-related adverse effects, concurrent comorbidities, body weight and composition, physical fitness and function, and physical activity behavior.ResultsIn addition to disease- and treatment-related symptoms and adverse effects, the majority of ovarian cancer survivors have comorbidities, which may adversely affect treatment effectiveness and safety, as well as survival. Despite high overweight and obesity rates, a large percentage of women are malnourished at diagnosis, with potentially compromised muscle mass and muscle density. Low muscle density at diagnosis and loss of muscle mass during treatment may be associated with worse survival outcomes. A small number of studies have observed impaired physical function and cardiorespiratory fitness in ovarian cancer survivors. The majority of ovarian cancer survivors are insufficiently active or sedentary.ConclusionsOur review suggests that ovarian cancer survivors could benefit from physical activity and exercise oncology interventions aimed at addressing detrimental changes to physiological status due to disease and treatment. However, current knowledge gaps regarding the physiological characteristics of ovarian cancer survivors throughout the entire survivorship spectrum challenge the development of tailored exercise intervention studies and exercise oncology guidelines.

scholarly journals Cancer Survivors’ Receptiveness to Digital Technology–Supported Physical Rehabilitation and the Implications for Design: Qualitative Study

10.2196/15335 ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (8) ◽  
pp. e15335
Author(s):  
Sine Rossen ◽  
Lars Kayser ◽  
Jette Vibe-Petersen ◽  
Jesper Frank Christensen ◽  
Mathias Ried-Larsen
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Digital Technology ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Cancer Rehabilitation ◽  
Rehabilitation Services ◽  
Or Efficiency ◽  
Technology Services ◽  
Readiness Level

Background Physical activity is associated with a positive prognosis in cancer survivors and may decrease the risk of adverse effects of treatment. Accordingly, physical activity programs are recommended as a part of cancer rehabilitation services. Digital technology may support cancer survivors in increasing their level of physical activity and increase the reach or efficiency of cancer rehabilitation services, yet it also comes with a range of challenges. Objective The aim of this qualitative study was to explore cancer survivors’ receptiveness to using digital technology as a mode of support to increase their physical activity in a municipality-based cancer rehabilitation setting. Methods Semistructured interviews were conducted with 11 cancer survivors (3 males, 8 females, age range 32-82 years) who were referred for cancer rehabilitation and had participated in a questionnaire survey using the Readiness and Enablement Index for Health Technology (READHY) questionnaire. Data analysis was based on the content analysis method. Results Two themes were identified as important for the interviewees’ receptiveness to using digital technology services in connection with their physical activity during rehabilitation: their attitude toward physical activity and their attitude toward digital technology–assisted physical activity. Our results indicated that it is important to address the cancer survivors’ motivation for using technology for physical activity and their individual preferences in terms of the following: (1) incidental or structured (eg, cardiovascular and strength exercises or disease-specific rehabilitative exercises) physical activity; (2) social or individual context; and (3) instruction (know-how) or information (know-why). Conclusions The identified preferences provide new insight that complements the cancer survivors’ readiness level and can likely help designers, service providers, and caregivers provide solutions that increase patient receptiveness toward technology-assisted physical activity. Combining digital technology informed by cancer survivors’ needs, preferences, and readiness with the capacity building of the workforce can aid in tailoring digital solutions to suit not only individuals who are receptive to using such technologies but also those reluctant to do so.

scholarly journals Perceptions of Kinesiophobia in Relation to Physical Activity and Exercise After Myocardial Infarction: A Qualitative Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 100 (12) ◽  
pp. 2110-2119
Author(s):  
Maria Bäck ◽  
Victoria Caldenius ◽  
Leif Svensson ◽  
Mari Lundberg
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Myocardial Infarction ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Cardiac Rehabilitation ◽  
Treatment Strategies ◽  
Internal Process ◽  
Fear Of Movement ◽  
External Process ◽  
Physical Activity And Exercise ◽  
New Treatment

Abstract Objective Physical activity and exercise are central components in rehabilitation after a myocardial infarction. Kinesiophobia (fear of movement) is a well-known barrier for a good rehabilitation outcome in these patients; however, there is a lack of studies focusing on the patient perspective. The aim of this study was to explore patients’ perceptions of kinesiophobia in relation to physical activity and exercise 2 to 3 months after an acute myocardial infarction. Methods This qualitative study design used individual semi-structured interviews. Face-to-face interviews were conducted with 21 patients post-myocardial infarction who were screened for kinesiophobia (≥32 on the Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia Heart). The interviews were transcribed and analyzed according to an inductive content analysis. Results An overarching theme was defined as “coping with fear of movement after a myocardial infarction—a dynamic process over time” comprising 2 subthemes and explaining how coping with kinesiophobia runs in parallel processes integrating the patient’s internal process and a contextual external process. The 2 processes are described in a total of 8 categories. The internal process was an iterative process governed by a combination of factors: ambivalence, hypervigilance, insecurity about progression, and avoidance behavior. The external process contains the categories of relatives’ anxiety, prerequisites for feeling safe, information, and the exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation program. Conclusion Coping with fear of movement after a myocardial infarction is a dynamic process that requires internal and external support. To further improve cardiac rehabilitation programs, person-centered strategies that support the process of each person—as well as new treatment strategies to reduce kinesiophobia—need to be elaborated. Impact Patients with a myocardial infarction were found to be ambivalent about how they expressed their fear of movement; therefore, it is crucial for physical therapists to acknowledge signs of fear by listening carefully to the patient’s full story in addition to using adequate self-reports and tests of physical fitness. These results will inform the design, development, and evaluation of new treatment strategies, with the overall aim of reducing kinesiophobia and increasing physical activity and participation in exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation.

Cancer Survivors’ Receptiveness to Digital Technology–Supported Physical Rehabilitation and the Implications for Design: Qualitative Study (Preprint)

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sine Rossen ◽  
Lars Kayser ◽  
Jette Vibe-Petersen ◽  
Jesper Frank Christensen ◽  
Mathias Ried-Larsen
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Digital Technology ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Cancer Rehabilitation ◽  
Rehabilitation Services ◽  
Or Efficiency ◽  
Technology Services ◽  
Readiness Level

BACKGROUND Physical activity is associated with a positive prognosis in cancer survivors and may decrease the risk of adverse effects of treatment. Accordingly, physical activity programs are recommended as a part of cancer rehabilitation services. Digital technology may support cancer survivors in increasing their level of physical activity and increase the reach or efficiency of cancer rehabilitation services, yet it also comes with a range of challenges. OBJECTIVE The aim of this qualitative study was to explore cancer survivors’ receptiveness to using digital technology as a mode of support to increase their physical activity in a municipality-based cancer rehabilitation setting. METHODS Semistructured interviews were conducted with 11 cancer survivors (3 males, 8 females, age range 32-82 years) who were referred for cancer rehabilitation and had participated in a questionnaire survey using the Readiness and Enablement Index for Health Technology (READHY) questionnaire. Data analysis was based on the content analysis method. RESULTS Two themes were identified as important for the interviewees’ receptiveness to using digital technology services in connection with their physical activity during rehabilitation: their attitude toward physical activity and their attitude toward digital technology–assisted physical activity. Our results indicated that it is important to address the cancer survivors’ motivation for using technology for physical activity and their individual preferences in terms of the following: (1) incidental or structured (eg, cardiovascular and strength exercises or disease-specific rehabilitative exercises) physical activity; (2) social or individual context; and (3) instruction (know-how) or information (know-why). CONCLUSIONS The identified preferences provide new insight that complements the cancer survivors’ readiness level and can likely help designers, service providers, and caregivers provide solutions that increase patient receptiveness toward technology-assisted physical activity. Combining digital technology informed by cancer survivors’ needs, preferences, and readiness with the capacity building of the workforce can aid in tailoring digital solutions to suit not only individuals who are receptive to using such technologies but also those reluctant to do so.

scholarly journals Mobile Health Physical Activity Intervention Preferences in Cancer Survivors: A Qualitative Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. e3 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael C Robertson ◽  
Edward Tsai ◽  
Elizabeth J Lyons ◽  
Sanjana Srinivasan ◽  
Maria C Swartz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Mobile Health ◽  
Physical Activity Intervention ◽  
Intervention Preferences
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