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A New Technique for Treating Low-risk Prostate Cancer—Super Active Surveillance
Published on: November 7, 2025
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Identifying the exercise-based support needs and exercise programme preferences among men with prostate cancer during
Megan McIntosh1, Melissa Opozda1, Daniel A Galvão2
1Freemasons Foundation Centre for Men's Health, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia; South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute, Adelaide, Australia.
Summary
Men on active surveillance for prostate cancer show interest in exercise support, though most do not meet recommended guidelines. Preferences for delivery methods varied, highlighting a need for tailored programs.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Exercise Science
- Men's Health
Background:
- Active surveillance is a management strategy for early-stage prostate cancer.
- Exercise offers physical, mental, and potential cancer-slowing benefits for prostate cancer patients.
- Understanding patient preferences for exercise support is crucial for adherence and outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the attitudes and preferences of men on active surveillance for prostate cancer regarding exercise.
- To investigate their needs and preferences for exercise-based support.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study utilizing semi-structured interviews with men on active surveillance and their female partners.
- Interviews were conducted via telephone or in-person, audio-recorded, transcribed, and thematically analyzed.
Main Results:
- All participating men engaged in exercise, but most did not meet recommended guidelines for cancer survivors.
- A majority expressed interest in or had prior experience with exercise support, often recommending it for others on active surveillance.
- Preferences varied regarding the format (online vs. face-to-face), partner involvement, and group vs. individual support.
Conclusions:
- This study offers novel insights into exercise attitudes and support preferences for men on active surveillance for prostate cancer.
- Findings can inform the development of acceptable, accessible, and person-centered exercise support interventions.
- Further research is needed to assess the effectiveness of different delivery modalities in this population.
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