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Kristina H Karvinen1, Kerry S Courneya, Peter Venner
1Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation, University of Alberta, E-488, Van Vliet Center, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
Journal of Cancer Survivorship : Research and Practice
|July 24, 2008
Summary
Bladder cancer survivors are interested in exercise programs, preferring home-based, moderate-intensity walking. Preferences for exercise type and supervision vary with age and other factors.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Exercise Science
- Cancer Survivorship
Background:
- Exercise offers significant benefits for cancer survivors, yet participation remains low.
- Understanding specific preferences of different cancer survivor groups is crucial for effective exercise programming.
- No prior studies have investigated exercise preferences in bladder cancer survivors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the exercise programming and counseling preferences of bladder cancer survivors.
- To identify factors influencing these preferences to inform tailored exercise interventions.
Main Methods:
- A mailed survey was administered to 397 bladder cancer survivors in Alberta, Canada.
- Data collected included interest, ability, and preferences for exercise program characteristics.
- Logistic regression analysis was used to identify factors associated with preferences.
Main Results:
- A high percentage of survivors expressed interest (81.1%) and ability (84.3%) in tailored exercise programs.
- Strong preferences were noted for home-based exercise (53.7%), walking (81.1%), moderate intensity (61.7%), and unsupervised sessions (70.6%).
- Older survivors were more likely to prefer home-based, light-intensity, and unsupervised exercise; demographic and medical factors also influenced preferences.
Conclusions:
- Bladder cancer survivors show significant interest in exercise counseling and have clear preferences for home-based, walking, moderate-intensity activities.
- Demographic and medical factors, such as age, modify these exercise preferences.
- Findings can guide the development of personalized and effective exercise programs for this population.
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