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A Group-Based, Videoconference-Delivered Physical Activity Program for Cancer Survivors.
Leach, Heather J; Crisafio, Mary E; Howell, Matthew J; Nicklawsky, Andrew; Marker, Ryan J.
Afiliação
  • Leach HJ; Department of Health and Exercise Science, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO.
  • Crisafio ME; Department of Community and Behavioral Health, Colorado School of Public Health, Fort Collins, CO.
  • Howell MJ; Department of Health and Exercise Science, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO.
  • Nicklawsky A; Smartabase, Fusion Sport Inc., Denver, CO.
  • Marker RJ; Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO.
Article em En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37974897
Introduction/Purpose: Virtually supervised, group-based exercise presents an innovative way to expand the reach of exercise-oncology programs and help cancer survivors increase physical activity (PA) and connect with other participants. This study examined the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effects of a group-based PA program delivered exclusively using videoconferencing software. Methods: This study used a single-group pre-post design. The 8-wk program consisted of aerobic and resistance exercise sessions once per week and three PA behavior change discussion sessions in groups of four to six. Feasibility was determined by enrollment, retention, safety, and adherence. Postprogram surveys evaluated acceptability using a Likert scale and open-ended responses. Changes in PA (Godin Leisure-Time Exercise Questionnaire), quality of life (QOL; Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy- General), and upper and lower body muscular endurance (bicep curl and sit-to-stand test) were also evaluated. Results: Enrollment was feasible (n = 61 of 65 who expressed interest in the program), and retention (86.9%) and adherence (88% for exercise, 91% for discussion) were high; no adverse events were reported. Participants (mean age, 59.9 ± 10.1 yr; 96.2% female; 64.2% ovarian cancer, 28.3% breast cancer, 7.5% other cancer) reported they enjoyed the program (median, 7 of 7), and videoconferencing software was easy to use and had good video and audio quality (median, 5 of 5). From preprogram to postprogram, participants increased their weekly minutes of aerobic (mean (SD) change, 82.4 (144.2)) and resistance (mean (SD) change, 31.9 (42.7)) PA; sit-to-stand (mean (SD) change, 1.4 (3.9)) and bicep curl (mean (SD) change, 5.3 (6.8)) repetitions; and emotional (mean (SD) change, 0.82 (2.3) points), functional (mean (SD) change, 1.2 (3.6) points), and total QOL (mean (SD) change, 3 (7.9) points; all P < 0.05). Conclusions: A group-based PA program delivered using videoconference technology is feasible and acceptable for cancer survivors, and may increase PA and improve physical fitness and some aspects of QOL. A larger, controlled intervention is needed to determine efficacy, as well as pragmatic studies to directly compare this approach with conventional strategies (i.e., face-to-face programs).

Texto completo: 1 Coleções: 01-internacional Base de dados: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: Transl J Am Coll Sports Med Ano de publicação: 2023 Tipo de documento: Article País de publicação: Estados Unidos

Texto completo: 1 Coleções: 01-internacional Base de dados: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: Transl J Am Coll Sports Med Ano de publicação: 2023 Tipo de documento: Article País de publicação: Estados Unidos