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"It's adjusting the mindset": physical activity participation during chemotherapy
Bertram J J1,2, Pickens N3, Goh H T4
1School of Physical Therapy, Texas Woman's University, Dallas, TX, USA. jbertram@bswrehab.com.
Women undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer often reduce physical activity due to fatigue and changing daily demands. Understanding their experiences can help tailor achievable exercise recommendations to maintain activity levels during treatment.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Exercise Science
- Qualitative Research
Background:
- Chemotherapy causes side effects like fatigue and functional decline.
- Physical activity can mitigate these side effects.
- Physical activity levels often decrease during chemotherapy treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the experiences of women with breast cancer during chemotherapy.
- To understand how these women navigate physical activity participation.
- To identify factors influencing physical activity engagement during treatment.
Main Methods:
- Ten semi-structured qualitative interviews were conducted.
- Participants were women receiving chemotherapy for breast cancer.
- Interviews took place between June and October 2024.
Main Results:
- Reflexive thematic analysis identified one overarching theme and four sub-themes.
- Chemotherapy altered participants' time, social interactions, and roles.
- Daily fluctuations in energy and perceived risks/benefits influenced physical activity decisions.
Conclusions:
- Healthcare providers can use these insights to set relevant physical activity goals.
- This research aids in addressing physical activity deficits during chemotherapy.
- Tailored recommendations can improve patient well-being during cancer treatment.
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