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Viskochil RH, Lin T, Gigic B, Himbert C, Bandera VM, Skender S, Holowatyj AN, Schrotz-King P, Steindorf K, Strehli I, Mutch MG, Chao D, Toriola AT, Shibata D, Siegel EM, Li CI, Hardikar S, Peoples AR, Figueiredo JC, Schneider M, Ulrich CM, Ose J. Sedentary behavior and physical activity one year after colorectal cancer diagnosis: results from the ColoCare Study. J Cancer Surviv 2025:10.1007/s11764-025-01756-x. [PMID: 39985691 DOI: 10.1007/s11764-025-01756-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2024] [Accepted: 01/28/2025] [Indexed: 02/24/2025]
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PURPOSE Physical activity plays key roles in colorectal cancer survivorship; however, the impact of different clinicodemographic outcomes on cross-sectional and longitudinal objectively measured physical activity 12 and 24 months post-diagnosis are unclear. METHODS ColoCare study participants (n = 165) wore an Actigraph GT3x accelerometer for 4-10 consecutive days to objectively assess activity levels 12 and 24 months after colorectal cancer diagnosis and resection. Associations between these clinical/demographic exposures and physical activity outcomes and longitudinal changes were determined using t-test, ANOVA F-test, and linear regression modeling, adjusting for common confounders (e.g., sex, age, stage). RESULTS Key physical activity and sedentary behavior variables significantly differed by demographic status, including minutes of weekly exercise by sex and age (age < 50: 364 min ± 303 min; age 50-70: 232 min ± 263 min; age > 70: 93 min ± 135 min, p < 0.001) and (%) daily sedentary time by age (age < 50: 64 ± 10%; age 50-70: 67 ± 7%; age > 70: 71 ± 7%, p = 0.003). Within the multivariate model, age was the primary measure consistently associated with activity differences. Participants who wore accelerometers 12- and 24-month post-resection (n = 52) significantly increased weekly exercise minutes (214 min ± 208 min vs. 288 min ± 316 min, p = 0.04). CONCLUSION Age is the primary clinicodemographic determinant separating physical activity levels in colorectal cancer survivors, and increases in exercise from 12 to 24 months are likely due to consolidation of sporadic daily physical activity into bouts of exercise. IMPLICATIONS FOR CANCER SURVIVORS Colorectal cancer survivors experience different volumes and changes in accelerometer-derived physical activity based on some (e.g., age) but not all (e.g., stage) clinicodemographic variables.
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- Richard H Viskochil
- Huntsman Cancer Institute, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
- University of Massachusetts Boston, Boston, MA, USA
- Department of Population Health Sciences, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Huntsman Cancer Institute, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Department of General, Visceral, and Transplantation Surgery, Heidelberg University Hospital, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Huntsman Cancer Institute, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
- Department of Population Health Sciences, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
- Department of Epidemiology, Harvard School of Public Health, Boston, MA, USA
- Clinical and Translational Epidemiology Unit, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Huntsman Cancer Institute, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
- Department of Population Health Sciences, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- National Center for Tumor Diseases , (NCT), Heidelberg, Germany
- Division of Preventive Oncology, German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Population Health Sciences, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
- Department of Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, USA
- Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, Nashville, TN, USA
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- National Center for Tumor Diseases , (NCT), Heidelberg, Germany
- Division of Preventive Oncology, German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), Heidelberg, Germany
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- Division of Physical Activity, Prevention and Cancer, National Center for Tumor Diseases (NCT) and German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), Heidelberg, Germany
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- Huntsman Cancer Institute, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
- Department of Population Health Sciences, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine , St. Louis, MO, USA
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- Division of Public Health Science, Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine and Siteman Cancer Center St. Louis, St. Louis, MO, USA
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- Siteman Cancer Center, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA
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- Cancer Epidemiology Program, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Tampa, FL, USA
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- Public Health Sciences Division, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Huntsman Cancer Institute, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
- Department of Population Health Sciences, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Huntsman Cancer Institute, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
- Department of Population Health Sciences, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of General, Visceral, and Transplantation Surgery, Heidelberg University Hospital, Heidelberg, Germany
- Department of General, Visceral, Thoracic, Transplantation and Pediatric Surgery, Giessen University Hospital, Giessen, Germany
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- Huntsman Cancer Institute, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
- Department of Population Health Sciences, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Huntsman Cancer Institute, Salt Lake City, UT, USA.
- Department of Population Health Sciences, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA.
- Department of Media, Information and Design, University of Applied Sciences and the Arts, Hannover, Germany.
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Saha S, Ghosh S, Ghosh S, Nandi S, Nayak A. Unraveling the complexities of colorectal cancer and its promising therapies - An updated review. Int Immunopharmacol 2024; 143:113325. [PMID: 39405944 DOI: 10.1016/j.intimp.2024.113325] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2024] [Revised: 10/01/2024] [Accepted: 10/02/2024] [Indexed: 10/30/2024]
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Colorectal cancer (CRC) continues to be a global health concern, necessitating further research into its complex biology and innovative treatment approaches. The etiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of colorectal cancer are summarized in this thorough review along with recent developments. The multifactorial nature of colorectal cancer is examined, including genetic predispositions, environmental factors, and lifestyle decisions. The focus is on deciphering the complex interactions between signaling pathways such as Wnt/β-catenin, MAPK, TGF-β as well as PI3K/AKT that participate in the onset, growth, and metastasis of CRC. There is a discussion of various diagnostic modalities that span from traditional colonoscopy to sophisticated molecular techniques like liquid biopsy and radiomics, emphasizing their functions in early identification, prognostication, and treatment stratification. The potential of artificial intelligence as well as machine learning algorithms in improving accuracy as well as efficiency in colorectal cancer diagnosis and management is also explored. Regarding therapy, the review provides a thorough overview of well-known treatments like radiation, chemotherapy, and surgery as well as delves into the newly-emerging areas of targeted therapies as well as immunotherapies. Immune checkpoint inhibitors as well as other molecularly targeted treatments, such as anti-epidermal growth factor receptor (anti-EGFR) as well as anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) monoclonal antibodies, show promise in improving the prognosis of colorectal cancer patients, in particular, those suffering from metastatic disease. This review focuses on giving readers a thorough understanding of colorectal cancer by considering its complexities, the present status of treatment, and potential future paths for therapeutic interventions. Through unraveling the intricate web of this disease, we can develop a more tailored and effective approach to treating CRC.
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- Sayan Saha
- Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, 157/F, Nilgunj Rd, Sahid Colony, Panihati, Kolkata, West Bengal 700114, India
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- Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, 157/F, Nilgunj Rd, Sahid Colony, Panihati, Kolkata, West Bengal 700114, India
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- Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, 157/F, Nilgunj Rd, Sahid Colony, Panihati, Kolkata, West Bengal 700114, India
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- Department of Pharmacology, Gupta College of Technological Sciences, Asansol, West Bengal 713301, India
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- Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, 157/F, Nilgunj Rd, Sahid Colony, Panihati, Kolkata, West Bengal 700114, India.
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Smit KC, Derksen JWG, Stellato RK, VAN Lanen AS, Wesselink E, Belt EJT, Balen MCVAN, Coene PPLO, Dekker JWT, DE Groot JW, Haringhuizen AW, VAN Halteren HK, VAN Heek TT, Helgason HH, Hendriks MP, DE Hingh IHJT, Hoekstra R, Houtsma D, Janssen JJB, Kok N, Konsten JLM, Los M, Meijerink MR, Mekenkamp LJM, Peeters KCMJ, Polée MB, Rietbroek RC, Schiphorst AHW, Schrauwen RWM, Schreinemakers J, Sie MPS, Simkens L, Sonneveld EJA, Terheggen F, Iersel LVVAN, Vles WJ, Wasowicz-Kemps DK, DE Wilt JHW, Kok DE, Winkels RM, Kampman E, VAN Duijnhoven FJB, Koopman M, May AM. Determinants of Physical Activity among Patients with Colorectal Cancer: From Diagnosis to 5 Years after Diagnosis. Med Sci Sports Exerc 2024; 56:623-634. [PMID: 38079324 DOI: 10.1249/mss.0000000000003351] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/16/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Physical activity (PA) is associated with higher quality of life and probably better prognosis among colorectal cancer (CRC) patients. This study focuses on determinants of PA among CRC patients from diagnosis until 5 yr postdiagnosis. METHODS Sociodemographic and disease-related factors of participants of two large CRC cohort studies were combined. Moderate-to-vigorous PA during sport and leisure time (MVPA-SL) was measured at diagnosis (T0) and 6, 12, 24, and 60 months (T6 to T60) postdiagnosis, using the SQUASH questionnaire. Mixed-effects models were performed to identify sociodemographic and disease-related determinants of MVPA-SL, separately for stage I-III colon (CC), stage I-III rectal cancer (RC), and stage IV CRC (T0 and T6 only). Associations were defined as consistently present when significant at ≥4 timepoints for the stage I-III subsets. MVPA-SL levels were compared with an age- and sex-matched sample of the general Dutch population. RESULTS In total, 2905 CC, 1459 RC and 436 stage IV CRC patients were included. Patients with higher fatigue scores, and women compared with men had consistently lower MVPA-SL levels over time, regardless of tumor type and stage. At T6, having a stoma was significantly associated with lower MVPA-SL among stage I-III RC patients. Systemic therapy and radiotherapy were not significantly associated with MVPA-SL changes at T6. Compared with the general population, MVPA-SL levels of CRC patients were lower at all timepoints, most notably at T6. CONCLUSIONS Female sex and higher fatigue scores were consistent determinants of lower MVPA-SL levels among all CRC patients, and MVPA-SL levels were lowest at 6 months postdiagnosis. Our results can inform the design of intervention studies aimed at improving PA, and guide healthcare professionals in optimizing individualized support.
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- Karel C Smit
- Department of Epidemiology, Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Epidemiology, Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Data Science and Biostatistics, Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Division of Human Nutrition and Health, Wageningen University & Research, Wageningen, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Division of Human Nutrition and Health, Wageningen University & Research, Wageningen, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Surgery, Albert Schweitzer Hospital, Dordrecht, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Admiraal de Ruyter Hospital, Goes, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Surgery, Ziekenhuis Gelderse Vallei, Ede, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Haaglanden Medical Center, Den Haag, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Northwest Clinics, Alkmaar, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Ziekenhuisgroep Twente, Hengelo, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Haga Hospital, Den Haag, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Canisius Wilhelmina Hospital, Nijmegen, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Oncology, Antoni Van Leeuwenhoek-Netherlands Cancer Institute, Amsterdam, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Medical Oncology, St. Antonius Hospital, Nieuwegein, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, VU Medical Center, Amsterdam, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Medisch Spectrum Twente, Enschede, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Surgery, Leiden University Medical Center, University of Leiden, Leiden, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Medical Center Leeuwarden, Leeuwarden, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Rode Kruis Hospital, Beverwijk, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Bernhoven Hospital, Uden, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Medical Oncology, ZorgSaam Hospital, Terneuzen, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Maxima Medical Center, Eindhoven, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Bravis Hospital, Roosendaal, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Maastricht University Medical Center, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Medical Oncology, GROW, Maastricht University, Maastricht, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Surgery, Ikazia Hospital, Rotterdam, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Surgery, Radboud University Medical Center, University of Nijmegen, Nijmegen, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Division of Human Nutrition and Health, Wageningen University & Research, Wageningen, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Division of Human Nutrition and Health, Wageningen University & Research, Wageningen, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Division of Human Nutrition and Health, Wageningen University & Research, Wageningen, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Medical Oncology, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, THE NETHERLANDS
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- Department of Epidemiology, Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, THE NETHERLANDS
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Côté A, Miquelon P, Trudel-Fitzgerald C. Physical Activity, Sedentary Time, and Psychosocial Functioning among Adults with Cancer: A Scoping Review. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2024; 21:225. [PMID: 38397714 PMCID: PMC10888167 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph21020225] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2023] [Revised: 02/07/2024] [Accepted: 02/11/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024]
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The post-treatment period (after the completion of primary cancer treatment) is a phase during which adults with cancer are particularly vulnerable to the physical and psychological side effects of treatment. Adopting healthy lifestyle habits during this time is essential to mitigate these effects. This scoping review investigated the associations of physical activity (PA) and sedentary time (ST) with two post-treatment psychosocial indicators among adults with cancer: psychological functioning and quality of life (QoL). An exhaustive search was performed in January 2023 across five databases, namely APA PsycInfo, MedLine, SPORTDiscuss, SCOPUS, and CINAHL, adhering to PRISMA guidelines for scoping reviews. Twenty articles met the inclusion criteria; 16 used a cross-sectional design, while 4 used a longitudinal one. PA and ST were assessed mainly with accelerometers (n = 17), and psychosocial indicators with self-reported questionnaires (n = 20). Most studies linked higher PA levels to reduced anxiety (n = 3) and depression (n = 4) symptoms, and elevated ST to higher psychological symptoms (n = 3). Opposite associations were observed for QoL (n = 5). Altogether, PA appeared to be more strongly related to psychological functioning and QoL than ST. This scoping review highlights associations of PA and ST with psychological functioning and QoL among adults with cancer in the post-treatment period. However, future studies must prioritize longitudinal designs to establish directionality.
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- Arianne Côté
- Department of Psychology, Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, Trois-Rivières, QC G8Z 4M3, Canada; (P.M.); (C.T.-F.)
- Research Center of Institut Universitaire en Santé Mentale de Montréal, Montréal, QC H1N 3V2, Canada
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- Department of Psychology, Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, Trois-Rivières, QC G8Z 4M3, Canada; (P.M.); (C.T.-F.)
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- Department of Psychology, Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, Trois-Rivières, QC G8Z 4M3, Canada; (P.M.); (C.T.-F.)
- Research Center of Institut Universitaire en Santé Mentale de Montréal, Montréal, QC H1N 3V2, Canada
- Lee Kum Sheung Center for Health and Happiness, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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Liu VN, Zuniga KB, Paciorek A, Zhang L, Chan JM, Carroll PR, Van Loon K, Laffan A, Venook A, Van Blarigan EL, Kenfield SA. Barriers and confidence among colorectal and prostate cancer survivors participating in two behavioral intervention studies. Support Care Cancer 2023; 31:453. [PMID: 37428241 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-023-07901-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2022] [Accepted: 06/23/2023] [Indexed: 07/11/2023]
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PURPOSE Exercise and healthy diet are key components of cancer survivorship. We sought to explore perceived barriers to engaging in healthy diet and exercise, and whether these barriers change throughout remote-based behavioral interventions. METHODS Smart Pace (SP) and Prostate 8 (P8) were two 12-week pilot randomized controlled trials (RCTs) among 42 colorectal cancer (CRC) survivors and 76 prostate cancer (PC) survivors, respectively, that encouraged participants to implement exercise (both) and healthy diet (P8 only) through text messaging and wearable fitness monitors; P8 also included web materials. Participants completed surveys on perceived barriers and confidence in their ability to implement healthy behaviors at enrollment and 12 weeks; P8 also included a 52-week assessment. RESULTS At enrollment, CRC survivors commonly reported a lack of discipline/willpower (36%), time (33%), and energy (31%); PC survivors often reported a lack of knowledge about healthy dietary behaviors (26%). Not having anyone with whom to exercise with was a common barrier among both groups (21% in CRC, 20% in PC). Among the intervention groups in both studies, various enrollment barriers (overall, functional/psychological disability, aversiveness, excuses, and inconveniences) were associated with change in behavior over time. CONCLUSIONS Among CRC and PC survivors, there are multiple potential barriers related to motivation, time, social support, and lack of knowledge, that can be addressed and overcome to improve healthy behaviors. Tailoring lifestyle interventions to participants' individual barriers and confidence is needed to promote and sustain behavior change long-term.
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- Vivian N Liu
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California, San Francisco, United States.
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California, San Francisco, United States
- David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles, United States
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California, San Francisco, United States
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California, San Francisco, United States
- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco, United States
- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of California, San Francisco, United States
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California, San Francisco, United States
- Department of Urology, University of California, San Francisco, United States
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- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of California, San Francisco, United States
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco, United States
- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of California, San Francisco, United States
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- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of California, San Francisco, United States
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco, United States
- Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of California, San Francisco, United States
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California, San Francisco, United States
- Department of Urology, University of California, San Francisco, United States
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California, San Francisco, United States
- Department of Urology, University of California, San Francisco, United States
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Pook M, Elhaj H, El Kefraoui C, Balvardi S, Pecorelli N, Lee L, Feldman LS, Fiore JF. Construct validity and responsiveness of the Duke Activity Status Index (DASI) as a measure of recovery after colorectal surgery. Surg Endosc 2022; 36:8490-8497. [PMID: 35212822 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-022-09145-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2021] [Accepted: 02/15/2022] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Returning to preoperative levels of physical function is highly valued by patients recovering from surgery. The Duke Activity Status Index (DASI, a 12-item questionnaire) may be a simple yet robust tool to assess postoperative recovery of functional capacity. This study assessed construct validity and responsiveness of the DASI as a measure of recovery after colorectal surgery. METHODS Data from a trial on early mobilization after colorectal surgery were analyzed. Patients completed the DASI questionnaire preoperatively and at postoperative weeks (POW) 2 and 4. Construct validity was assessed by testing the primary a priori hypotheses that postoperative DASI scores (1) are higher in patients without vs with postoperative complications and (2) correlate with six-minute walk test distance (6MWD). Exploratory analyses assessed the association between DASI scores and (1) preoperative physical status [higher (ASA ≤ 2) vs lower (ASA > 2)], (2) stoma creation (no stoma vs stoma), (3) age [younger (≤ 75 years) vs older (> 75 years)], (4) time to readiness for discharge [shorter (≤ 4 days) vs longer (> 4 days)], and (5) surgical approach (laparoscopic vs open). Responsiveness was assessed by testing a priori hypotheses that DASI scores are higher (1) preoperatively vs at POW2 and (2) at POW4 vs POW2. Mean differences in DASI scores were obtained using linear regression. The association between DASI and 6MWD was assessed via Pearson correlation. RESULTS We analyzed data from 100 patients undergoing colorectal surgery (mean age 65; 57% male; 81% laparoscopic). Mean DASI scores were 47.9 ± 12.1 preoperatively, 22.4 ± 12.7 at POW2, and 33.2 ± 15.7 at POW4. The data supported our two primary construct validity hypotheses, as well as 3/5 exploratory hypotheses. Both responsiveness hypotheses were supported. CONCLUSIONS Our findings support that the DASI questionnaire can be a useful tool to assess postoperative recovery of functional capacity in research and clinical practice.
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- Makena Pook
- Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Division of Experimental Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Division of Experimental Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Division of Experimental Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Department of Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Pancreas Translational & Clinical Research Center, San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Division of Experimental Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Department of Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Centre for Outcomes Research and Evaluation, Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Division of Experimental Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Department of Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
- Centre for Outcomes Research and Evaluation, Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada
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- Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada.
- Division of Experimental Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada.
- Department of Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada.
- Centre for Outcomes Research and Evaluation, Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada.
- Montreal General Hospital, 1650 Cedar Ave, R2-104, Montreal, QC, H3G 1A4, Canada.
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Dunn M, Milius L, Ivarra A, Cooper M, Bhakta N. Motivations and Experiences in a Physical Activity Program for Cancer Survivors: Findings from Key Informant Interviews. Am J Health Promot 2021; 36:497-505. [PMID: 34969306 DOI: 10.1177/08901171211061939] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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PURPOSE LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is an evidence-based 12-week physical activity (PA) program for cancer survivors. The purpose of our study was to understand the factors that motivated cancer survivors to begin the program, how the program impacted their habits, and how their experience influenced their motivation to continue with the program. APPROACH OR DESIGN Key informant interviews. SETTING Phone interviews conducted between April 15 and June 1, 2020. PARTICIPANTS 27 cancer survivors in Texas who previously participated in the LS program. METHOD Participants completed a 30- to 60-minute interview with one of four interviewers. All interviews were recorded, transcribed, and analyzed for themes. RESULTS Most interviewees were motivated to begin the program because of a desire to feel better after treatment. The most cited motivator to continue in the program was the community of cancer survivors. During the program, interviewees enjoyed learning different exercises, the community of cancer survivors, and the supportive teachers. Nearly all interviewees adopted or changed a healthy habit as a result of the program. CONCLUSION These results could be used by healthcare professionals to better understand what motivates cancer survivors to participate in a PA program. Results could also be used to plan or modify other PA programs for cancer survivors.
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- Melissa Dunn
- Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Section, 8193Texas Department of State Health Services, Austin, TX, USA
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- Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Section, 8193Texas Department of State Health Services, Austin, TX, USA
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- Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Section, 8193Texas Department of State Health Services, Austin, TX, USA
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- Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Section, 8193Texas Department of State Health Services, Austin, TX, USA
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- Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Section, 8193Texas Department of State Health Services, Austin, TX, USA
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Krogsgaard M, Andersen RM, Danielsen AK, Thomsen T, Klausen TW, Christensen BM, Gögenur I, Vinther A. Physical activity after colorectal cancer surgery-a cross sectional study of patients with a long-term stoma. Support Care Cancer 2021; 30:555-565. [PMID: 34342750 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-021-06374-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2021] [Accepted: 06/19/2021] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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PURPOSE Physical activity is recommended to cancer survivors by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and is associated with improved survival after colorectal cancer. It remains unclear whether having a stoma is a barrier for an active lifestyle. We examined the level of physical activity and explored factors impacting physical activity in survivors with a stoma. METHODS A total of 1265 (65%) patients in the Danish Stoma Database completed a multidimensional survey. Physical activity of moderate- and vigorous-intensity was assessed using two validated questions. Based on WHO guidelines, physical activity was categorised into 'Meeting' or 'Not Meeting' recommendations. Multivariate regression analysis, adjusting for potential confounders, provided odds ratio (OR) and 95% confidence intervals (CI) for factors' association with'Not Meeting' guideline recommendations. RESULTS In total, 571 patients with colorectal cancer reported on physical activity at a median of 4.3 years (interquartile range 3.1-5.8) after stoma surgery. Two hundred ninety-three patients (51%) were 'Meeting recommendations' and 63% of them were 'Highly active'. Two hundred seventy-eight were 'Not meeting' recommendations (49%). Of the factors analysed, patients without support garment were more likely (OR 1.72 [95% CI 1.16; 2.54] not to meet guideline recommendations. We found no association between stoma type, surgical procedure, parastomal bulging and 'problematic stoma' and level of physical activity, respectively. CONCLUSION In this large sample of survivors with a stoma half of patients met or exceeded guideline recommendations. Of patients not meeting recommendations some could potentially meet the recommendations by modest increases in either moderate or vigorous activity.
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- Marianne Krogsgaard
- Department of Surgery and Transplantation, Copenhagen University Hospital - Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark. .,Department of Gastroenterology, Copenhagen University Hospital - Herlev and Gentofte, Copenhagen, Denmark. .,Centre for Surgical Sciences, Department of Surgery, Zealand University Hospital, Lykkebækvej 1, 4600, Koege, Denmark.
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- The Research Unit PROgrez, Department of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy, Næstved-Slagelse-Ringsted Hospitals, Region Zealand, 4200, Slagelse, Denmark.,Department of Regional Health Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Copenhagen University Hospital - Herlev and Gentofte, Copenhagen, Denmark.,Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark.,Herlev Acute, Critical and Emergency Care Science Group, Department of Anaesthesiology, Copenhagen University Hospital - Herlev and Gentofte, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Surgery and Transplantation, Clinic C, Copenhagen University Hospital - Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Centre for Surgical Sciences, Department of Surgery, Zealand University Hospital, Lykkebækvej 1, 4600, Koege, Denmark.,Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy and Hospital Secretariat and Communications, Research, Copenhagen University Hospital - Herlev and Gentofte, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Socio-ecological correlates of physical activity in breast and colon cancer survivors 4 years after participation in a randomized controlled exercise trial (PACT study). PLoS One 2020; 15:e0231663. [PMID: 32298326 PMCID: PMC7161977 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0231663] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2019] [Accepted: 03/27/2020] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Background Having a physically active lifestyle after cancer diagnosis is beneficial for health, and this needs to be continued into survivorship to optimize long-term benefits. We found that patients, who participated in an 18-week exercise intervention, reported significant higher physical activity (PA) levels 4 years after participation in a randomized controlled trial of supervised exercise delivered during chemotherapy (PACT study). This study aimed to identify social-ecological correlates of PA levels in breast and colon cancer survivors 4 years after participation in the PACT study. Methods Self-reported PA levels and potential correlates (e.g. physical fitness, fatigue, exercise history, and built environment) were assessed in 127 breast and colon cancer survivors shortly after diagnosis (baseline), post-intervention and 4 years later. Multivariable linear regression analyses were performed to identify social-ecological correlates of PA 4 years post-baseline. Results The final model revealed that lower baseline physical fatigue (β = -0.25, 95% CI -0.26; -0.24) and higher baseline total PA (0.06, 95% CI, 0.03; 0.10) were correlated with higher total PA levels 4 years post-baseline. Higher baseline leisure and sport PA (0.02, 95% CI 0.01; 0.03), more recreational facilities within a buffer of 1 km (4.05, 95% CI = 1.28; 6.83), lower physical fatigue at 4-year follow-up (-8.07, 95% CI -14.00; -2.13), and having a positive change in physical fatigue during the intervention period (0.04, 95% CI 0.001; 0.07) were correlates of sport and leisure PA levels 4 years post-baseline. Conclusions This study suggests that baseline and 4-year post-baseline physical fatigue, and past exercise behaviour, were significant correlates of PA 4 years after participation in an exercise trial. Additionally, this study suggests that the built environment should be taken into account when promoting PA. Understanding of socio-ecological correlates of PA can provide insights into how future exercise interventions should be designed to promote long-term exercise behaviour. Trial registration Current Controlled Trials ISRCTN43801571, Dutch Trial Register NTR2138. Trial registered on 9 December 2009, http://www.trialregister.nl/trialreg/admin/rctview.asp?TC=2138
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Inpatient Step Counts, Symptom Severity, and Perceived Health Status After Lung Resection Surgery. Cancer Nurs 2020; 44:361-368. [PMID: 32209858 DOI: 10.1097/ncc.0000000000000810] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND The clinical relevance of inpatient step counts after lung surgery remains unknown. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to identify those factors related to physical activity measured by step count, during the inpatient stay, and its relationship with symptom severity and perceived health status at hospital admission, discharge, and 1 month after discharge. METHODS We studied the inpatient step count of 73 participants who underwent lung resection surgery. The number of steps was measured using a triaxial accelerometer. The health status and the severity of symptoms were examined at hospital admission, discharge, and 1 month after discharge. RESULTS Of the 73 participants, 35 were active and 38 were sedentary during the hospitalization. The mean number of steps walked during 3 inpatient days was 6689 ± 3261 and 523 ± 2273 (P < .001) for the active and sedentary groups, respectively. The dyspnea and fatigue scores in the sedentary group across data collection points (hospital admission, discharge, and follow-up) were significantly worse (P < .01). In regard to pain, the sedentary group presented worse results, than the active group, at discharge and follow-up (P < .01). The correlation analysis indicated significant but weak correlations (r < 0.500) between inpatient steps per day and symptom severity at 1-month follow-up (T2) after surgery. CONCLUSION Inpatient step count may be a risk factor for symptom severity and perceived health status during hospitalization and within the first month after lung resection surgery. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE Nurses should consider recommending physical activity during hospitalization for patients after lung resection.
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Hubbard G, Taylor C, Watson AJM, Munro J, Goodman W, Beeken RJ. A physical activity intervention to improve the quality of life of patients with a stoma: a feasibility study. Pilot Feasibility Stud 2020; 6:12. [PMID: 32042438 PMCID: PMC7001297 DOI: 10.1186/s40814-020-0560-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2019] [Accepted: 01/27/2020] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND We hypothesise that a physical activity (PA) intervention will improve the quality of life (QoL) of people with a stoma. A feasibility study of the intervention and trial parameters is necessary to inform a future main trial. METHODS Participants received a weekly PA consultation by telephone, video conferencing, or face-to-face for 12 weeks with a PA instructor who prescribed physical activities and supported participants by addressing stoma-related concerns and using behaviour change techniques. A feasibility study of the intervention and trial parameters was conducted in three UK sites using mixed methods. RESULTS The number of eligible patients consenting to the study was 30 out of 174 (17%). Most participants were female (73%); 73% had an ileostomy and 27% a colostomy; mean time since diagnosis was 6 months. A total of 18 (64%) participants completed pre- (baseline) and post-intervention (follow-up) measures. Results show an improvement on all scales measuring QoL and disease-specific fatigue. The median PA consultation rate per participant was eight sessions. Participants reported completing 75% or more of the prescribed PA each week. Eight stoma-related themes were identified from qualitative interviews: fear of hernia, bending down, fatigue, pain, prolapse, surgical wounds, stoma appliance, and stigma. The intervention appeared to address these issues. CONCLUSION This feasibility study demonstrated that a novel manualised PA intervention for people with a stoma is safe, feasible, and acceptable, and shows promise for improving outcomes. However, difficulties with recruitment will need to be carefully considered to ensure the success of future studies in this area. TRIAL REGISTRATION ISCTN, ISRCTN58613962; Registered 14/9/2017.
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- Gill Hubbard
- Department of Nursing and Midwifery, Centre for Health Science, University of the Highlands and Islands, Old Perth Road, Inverness, IV2 3JH UK
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- St Mark’s Hospital, London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust, Harrow, Middlesex HA1 3UJ UK
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- Department of Surgery, Raigmore Hospital, NHS Highland, Old Perth Rd, Inverness, IV2 3UJ UK
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- Department of Nursing and Midwifery, Centre for Health Science, University of the Highlands and Islands, Old Perth Road, Inverness, IV2 3JH UK
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- Leeds Institute of Health Sciences, University of Leeds, Worsley Building, Clarendon Way, Leeds, LS2 9NL UK
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- Leeds Institute of Health Sciences, University of Leeds, Worsley Building, Clarendon Way, Leeds, LS2 9NL UK
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Hubbard G, Beeken RJ, Taylor C, Watson AJM, Munro J, Goodman W. A physical activity intervention to improve the quality of life of patients with a stoma: a feasibility study protocol. Pilot Feasibility Stud 2019; 5:78. [PMID: 31236285 PMCID: PMC6580610 DOI: 10.1186/s40814-019-0461-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2019] [Accepted: 06/04/2019] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Physical activity (PA) is positively associated with quality of life. People with a stoma are less likely to engage in PA than those without a stoma. METHODS In this feasibility intervention study, we will perform the following: (1) Develop a PA intervention for people with a stoma. An Expert Working Group of behavioural scientists, exercise scientists, clinicians and a Patient Advisory Group of people with a bowel stoma will meet with the research team to inform the development of a PA intervention for people with a stoma. A manual of the intervention will be the main output. (2) Explore PA instructors' experiences of delivering the PA intervention. PA instructors will record on paper the number of PA consultations with each patient and a researcher will interview the PA instructors about their experiences of delivering the intervention. (3) Assess the level of patient (bowel cancer or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients with a stoma between 6 weeks and 24 months post-surgery) engagement with the PA intervention and their views on intervention acceptability and usefulness. Patients will keep a PA diary to record daily pedometer recorded step count and type and duration of activities. A researcher will interview patients about their experiences of the PA intervention. (4) Assess screening, eligibility, consent, data completion, loss to follow up, and missing data rates, representativeness of participants and potential treatment effects. A researcher will record on paper all study procedure parameters. Quality of life (stoma-quality of life; Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy, Short IBD questionnaire), fatigue (FACIT fatigue scale) and PA (accelerometer) will be measured pre- and post-intervention in patients. For IBD patients only, blood will be taken to measure systemic inflammation. DISCUSSION We hypothesise that a PA intervention will be an effective means of improving the quality of life of people with a stoma. Before embarking on a full randomised controlled trial to test this hypothesis, a PA intervention needs to be developed and a feasibility study of the proposed PA intervention conducted. TRIAL REGISTRATION ISRCTN58613962, Protocol version: 0.1. 14 September 2017.
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- Gill Hubbard
- Department of Nursing and Midwifery, University of the Highlands and Islands, Centre for Health Science, Old Perth Road, Inverness, IV2 3JH Scotland, UK
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- Leeds Institute of Health Sciences, University of Leeds, Worsley Building, Clarendon Way, Leeds, LS2 9NL England, UK
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- St Mark’s Hospital, London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust, Harrow, Middlesex, HA1 3UJ England, UK
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- Department of Surgery, Raigmore Hospital, NHS Highland, Old Perth Rd, Inverness, IV2 3UJ England, UK
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- Department of Nursing and Midwifery, University of the Highlands and Islands, Centre for Health Science, Old Perth Road, Inverness, IV2 3JH Scotland, UK
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- Research Department of Behavioural Science and Health, University College London, Gower Street, London, WC1E 6BT England, UK
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