Review
Oncology
Ria Joseph, Nicolas H. Hart, Natalie Bradford, Oluwaseyifunmi Andi Agbejule, Bogda Koczwara, Alexandre Chan, Matthew P. Wallen, Raymond J. Chan
Summary: This study aims to examine the perspectives of medical and nursing health professionals on their roles and responsibilities in providing dietary and exercise advice, as well as referrals to allied health professionals, to cancer survivors. The findings indicate that medical and nursing health professionals have unclear roles in providing dietary and exercise advice to cancer survivors, but they agree that referrals to dietitians and exercise professionals are essential. Most cancer survivors value the involvement of their general practitioner when receiving dietary and exercise advice.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Erika Rees-Punia, Alpa Patel, Joseph R. Nocera, Sicha Chantaprasopsuk, Wendy Demark-Wahnefried, Corinne R. Leach, Tenbroeck G. Smith, David Cella, Susan M. Gapstur
Summary: The study found that increasing MVPA and reducing sitting time are crucial for improving health in older adults, regardless of prior cancer diagnosis.
Review
Oncology
Sophie Van Dijck, An De Groef, Janan Kothari, Lore Dams, Vincent Haenen, Nathalie Roussel, Mira Meeus
Summary: Barriers and facilitators to physical activity in cancer survivors with pain can be categorized into six domains: logistical, symptoms, cognitive, clinical, social, and knowledge domain. The barrier of pain distinguishes itself and brings along additional obstacles such as anxiety, fear, and avoidance behavior. Current evidence is limited and mostly focused on female breast cancer survivors. Further research in larger cohorts representing various subsets of cancer survivors with pain is needed, as well as studies that implement these insights in physical activity interventions.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2023)
Review
Oncology
Francesca Maria Orlandella, Anna Elisa De Stefano, Mariantonia Braile, Neila Luciano, Annamaria Mancini, Monica Franzese, Pasqualina Buono, Giuliana Salvatore
Summary: Physical activity/exercise has beneficial effects in cancer prevention, prognosis and treatment, with specific miRNA families playing important roles in this process.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN ONCOLOGY HEMATOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Health Policy & Services
Kelly Semper, James Hernon, Trevor Wynter, Katherine Baker, John M. Saxton
Summary: This study examined the perspectives of healthcare professionals on providing physical activity advice in the bowel cancer screening setting, identifying barriers and proposing solutions for effective implementation. The research provided novel insights into the challenges and strategies for implementing physical activity advice.
HEALTH PROMOTION INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Ji Young Kim, Samuel Yoo, Su Jin Yeon, Ji Hee Min, Dong-Il Kim, Ji Won Lee, Jung Woo Han, Chuhl Joo Lyu, Justin Y. Jeon
Summary: The study aimed to explore physical activity levels, exercise preferences, and perceived barriers to physical activity in childhood cancer survivors. Most participants did not meet the physical activity recommendations, but they had positive attitudes towards exercise and intended to participate in it. Exercise and physical activity programs should be tailored to the personal health and preferences of childhood cancer survivors.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Xuechen Chen, Feng Guo, Jenny Chang-Claude, Michael Hoffmeister, Hermann Brenner
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between physical activity (PA) and colorectal cancer (CRC), and assess the impact of PA on CRC risk based on genetic risk levels. The results showed that physical activity was associated with lower CRC risk regardless of genetic risk for CRC.
Article
Oncology
Yuan-Yuan Fang, Cheng-Ping Wang, Yen-Ju Chen, Pei-Jen Lou, Jenq-Yuh Ko, Jiu-Jenq Lin, Min-Ru Chen, Yeur-Hur Lai
Summary: The study aimed to assess the physical activity status, muscle strength, and flexibility of head and neck cancer survivors compared to national normative data, examine differences in physical activity subgroups, and explore the association between stretching exercises and cervical range of motion. Findings showed that HNC survivors had poorer fitness levels and engagement in physical activity, with those meeting WHO guidelines reporting better quality of life and muscle strength. Longitudinal research to investigate changes in fitness and barriers to physical activity compliance is recommended for enhancing the health and well-being of HNC patients.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Rana E. Conway, Freyja Rigler, Helen A. Croker, Phillippa J. Lally, Rebecca J. Beeken, Abi Fisher
Summary: The study found that the use of dietary supplements among cancer patients and survivors is associated with demographic factors and health behaviors, and some people believe that dietary supplements help reduce the risk of cancer recurrence. It is recommended that healthcare professionals provide advice on the use of dietary supplements and the risk of cancer recurrence.
Article
Oncology
Iris A. Lesser, C. P. Nienhuis, L. Belanger
Summary: This study emphasized the importance of outdoor physical activity for cancer survivors, with outdoor active participants showing more motivation, confidence, enjoyment, and benefits compared to outdoor inactive participants. Minutes of outdoor physical activity were significantly correlated with subjective happiness, nature relatedness, and higher quality of life.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2021)
Article
Rehabilitation
Rebecca Robinson, Helen Crank, Helen Humphreys, Patricia Fisher, Diana M. Greenfield
Summary: The survey found that, despite the clear benefits of physical activity for people affected by cancer, AHPs have low confidence and competence in discussing this topic, which limits patients' awareness and access to services. Addressing this confidence and competence issue has the potential to improve patient outcomes.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2022)
Review
Oncology
Mingshuang Ding, Elise Gane, Harry Wiffen, Venerina Johnston
Summary: This study aimed to identify tools related to employment readiness in colorectal cancer survivors and to chart the relevant factors of employment assessed by these tools. Literature searches revealed a total of 77 tools used in 35 studies, but none were specific to colorectal cancer survivors. Therefore, a specific tool is needed to meet the employment needs of this population.
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Daein Choi, Seulggie Choi, Kyae Hyung Kim, Kyuwoong Kim, Jooyoung Chang, Sung Min Kim, Seong Rae Kim, Yoosun Cho, Gyeongsil Lee, Joung Sik Son, Sang Min Park
Summary: The combined associations of physical activity and particulate matter (PM) with subsequent cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk is yet unclear. This study found that cancer survivors who engaged in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) for at least 5 times per week benefited from lower CVD risk upon low PM2.5 exposure. However, high levels of PM2.5 exposure may attenuate the risk-reducing effects of MVPA on the risk of CVD.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Sungjung Kwak, Jieun Shin, Jong-Yeup Kim
Summary: The purpose of this study was to explore the impact of self-perceived health and physical activity on the mental health of cancer survivors. Data from the 2014, 2016, 2018, and 2020 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) were analyzed. The results showed that cancer survivors with good self-perceived health had significantly lower levels of stress and depression, and engaging in walking exercise was associated with lower levels of stress and depression.
Review
Oncology
Barbara E. Gubler-Gut, Johannes Pohlmann, Aline Flatz, Matthias Schwenkglenks, Sabine Rohrmann
Summary: This systematic review found that physical activity interventions in cancer survivors in developed countries were cost-effective in some but not all clinical trials reviewed. The cost-effectiveness appears to depend upon the intensity of the activity.
JOURNAL OF CANCER SURVIVORSHIP
(2021)
