A pilot study to establish feasibility and acceptability of a yoga and self-management education intervention to support caregivers and care receivers with persistent pain.

Introduction: Approximately 75% of caregivers providing unpaid care to family members or friends experience persistent pain. Simultaneously, individuals who require caregiving commonly experience pain. The inherent complexity of pain is enhanced by relationship dynamics of two closely tied individuals (i.

Walking performance differs between people with multiple sclerosis who perform distinct types of exercise.

To determine whether walking performance differed between people with multiple sclerosis (MS) who performed distinct types, volumes and intensities of exercise. Forty-five people with relapsing-remitting MS performed two trials of the 2-min walk test, one at a preferred speed and another at a fast speed. Gait metrics were measured by wireless inertial sensors.

Do Measures of Real-World Physical Behavior Provide Insights Into the Well-Being and Physical Function of Cancer Survivors? Cross-Sectional Analysis.

Background: As the number of cancer survivors increases, maintaining health-related quality of life in cancer survivorship is a priority. This necessitates accurate and reliable methods to assess how cancer survivors are feeling and functioning. Real-world digital measures derived from wearable sensors offer potential for monitoring well-being and physical function in cancer survivorship, but questions surrounding the clinical utility of these measures remain to be answered.

Corrigendum: Adaptive yoga versus low-impact exercise for adults with chronic acquired brain injury: a pilot randomized control trial protocol.

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Adaptive yoga versus low-impact exercise for adults with chronic acquired brain injury: a pilot randomized control trial protocol.

Background: Each year, millions of Americans sustain acquired brain injuries (ABI) which result in functional impairments, such as poor balance and autonomic nervous system (ANS) dysfunction. Although significant time and energy are dedicated to reducing functional impairment in acute phase of ABI, many individuals with chronic ABI have residual impairments that increase fall risk, decrease quality of life, and increase mortality. In previous work, we have found that yoga can improve balance in adults with chronic (i.

A Group-Based, Videoconference-Delivered Physical Activity Program for Cancer Survivors.

Introduction/purpose: Virtually supervised, group-based exercise presents an innovative way to expand the reach of exercise-oncology programs and help cancer survivors increase physical activity (PA) and connect with other participants. This study examined the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effects of a group-based PA program delivered exclusively using videoconferencing software.

Methods: This study used a single-group pre-post design.

Telemedicine-based inspiratory muscle training and walking promotion with lung cancer survivors following curative intent therapy: a parallel-group pilot randomized trial.

Purpose: Following curative-intent therapy of lung cancer, many survivors experience dyspnea and physical inactivity. We investigated the feasibility, acceptability, safety, and potential efficacy of inspiratory muscle training (IMT) and walking promotion to disrupt a postulated "dyspnea-inactivity" spiral.

Methods: Between January and December 2022, we recruited lung cancer survivors from Kaiser Permanente Colorado who completed curative-intent therapy within 1-6 months into a phase-IIb, parallel-group, pilot randomized trial (1:1 allocation).

Development and pilot testing of a clinic implementation program delivering physical activity electronic referrals to cancer survivors.

Provider physical activity referrals are recommended for cancer survivors, though barriers exist to clinical system integration. To develop and test ActivityChoice, an electronic referral (eReferral) clinic implementation program referring cancer survivors to physical activity programs of their choice. In Phase 1, we conducted semi-structured interviews with Cancer Center clinicians (n = 4) and cancer-focused physical activity program leaders (n = 3) assessing adaptations needed to implement an eReferral previously designed for another context.

Evaluating individual level change in physical function response following an exercise program for cancer survivors.

Purpose: Cancer survivors physical function response to exercise programs at the group level is well-established. However, to advance toward a more personalized approach in exercise oncology, a greater understanding of individual response is needed. This study utilized data from a well-established cancer-exercise program to evaluate the heterogeneity of physical function response and explore characteristics of participants who did vs.

Reallocating Time to Physical Activity and Sleep: Associations with Body Mass Index in Cancer Survivors.

Background: Body mass index (BMI) above ≥ 25 kg/m is associated with increased risk for cancer-related morbidity and mortality. Achieving recommended amounts of physical activity (PA), sedentary time (ST), and sleep can help cancer survivors (CS) attain a healthy BMI. This cross-sectional study examined the potential role of reallocating time between moderate and light PA, ST, and sleep on BMI in CS.

An Evaluation of Participant Perspectives and Wear-Time Compliance for a Wrist-Worn Versus Thigh-Worn Accelerometer in Cancer Survivors.

Background: Accelerometers are frequently used to measure free-living physical activity and sleep in cancer survivors. To obtain valid data, participants must adhere to wear-time guidelines; therefore, understanding survivor's preference may be critical when selecting an accelerometer. This study compared cancer survivors' reported discomfort and interference, and wear-time compliance between a wrist-worn accelerometer and a thigh-worn accelerometer.

Manual development for a multi-modal, dyadic intervention for persistent pain: A Qualitative Study.

Background: People who experience persistent pain often require help from a family member, partner, or friend. These caregivers frequently have pain but are often not included in interventions. Caregivers and care receivers who both experience pain are more likely to be socially isolated, and experience communication conflict and decreased quality of life.

Factors predicting gains in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity in prostate cancer survivors on androgen deprivation therapy.

Background: Whether individual, environmental, and psychosocial factors predict changes in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) is poorly addressed in prostate cancer (PC) survivors undergoing androgen deprivation therapy (ADT).

Purpose: This secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial examined changes in MVPA following a supervised personal training (PT), supervised group-based (GROUP) program, or a home-based, smartphone-assisted exercise (HOME) intervention in PC survivors on ADT and explored individual, environmental, and psychosocial predictors of MVPA.

Methods: PC survivors on ADT underwent aerobic and resistance training for 6 months via PT, GROUP, or HOME.

Cancer-related fatigue mediates the relationships between physical fitness and attendance and quality of life after participation in a clinical exercise program for survivors of cancer.

Purpose: Cancer-related fatigue (CRF) is a common and limiting symptom reported by survivors of cancer, negatively impacting health-related quality of life (HRQoL). Exercise improves CRF, HRQoL, and physical fitness in survivors. Prospective research trials have shown that exercise-associated fitness improvements effects on HRQoL are mediated by CRF; however, this has not been investigated in a pragmatic real-world setting.

Reallocating time to physical activity and sleep: associations with quality of life in cancer survivors.

Purpose: Quality of life (QOL) is an important psychosocial outcome in cancer survivors (CS). Physical activity (PA), reducing sedentary time (ST), and sleep can help CS improve QOL; however, these behaviors are commonly studied in isolation, despite their interdependence during the 24-h day (i.e.

Usability, acceptability, and implementation strategies for the Exercise in Cancer Evaluation and Decision Support (EXCEEDS) algorithm: a Delphi study.

Introduction: Oncology guidelines recommend participation in cancer rehabilitation or exercise services (CR/ES) to optimize survivorship. Yet, connecting the right survivor, with the right CR/ES, at the right time remains a challenge. The Exercise in Cancer Evaluation and Decision Support (EXCEEDS) algorithm was developed to enhance CR/ES clinical decision-making and facilitate access to CR/ES.

Feasibility of Implementing Physical Activity Behavior Change Counseling in an Existing Cancer-Exercise Program.

Purpose: This study examined the feasibility and acceptability of implementing research-tested physical activity (PA) behavior change counseling (BCC) sessions in an existing cancer-exercise program, and the preliminary effects on cancer survivor's self-efficacy and PA.

Methods: Participants were cancer survivors undergoing or within six-months of completing cancer treatment(s), and exercise program staff. Cancer survivors were randomized to receive the exercise program plus PABCC, or the standard exercise program.

Physical Activity and Stool Metabolite Relationships Among Adults at High Risk for Colorectal Cancer.

Background: Adenomatous polyps are associated with an increased risk of developing colorectal cancer. Physical activity (PA) and spending less time sedentary may reduce risk of polyp recurrence and cancer incidence. This study examined associations between PA, sedentary time, and stool metabolites in adults at high risk for developing colorectal cancer.

Effectiveness of Physical Activity Interventions among Rural Cancer Survivors: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

This review estimated the effectiveness of behavior change interventions to increase physical activity (PA) among rural adult cancer survivors. PubMed Medline, CINAHL, and PsychINFO were systematically searched through July 2020. Two independent investigators screened citations to identify studies to increase PA in adults residing in rural areas who had received any cancer diagnosis.

Feasibility and Acceptability of Accelerometer Measurement of Physical Activity in Pregnant Adolescents.

During pregnancy, physical activity relates to better maternal and child mental and physical health. Accelerometry is thought to be effective for assessing free-living physical activity, but the feasibility/acceptability of accelerometer use in pregnant adolescents has not been reported. In this short communication, we conducted secondary analysis of a small pilot study to describe the feasibility/acceptability of accelerometry in pregnant adolescents and the preliminary results of physical activity characteristics.

Predictors of attendance during an exercise program for cancer survivors.

Purpose: Exercise programs delivered in community- or clinic-based settings improve physical and psychosocial outcomes among cancer survivors; however, adherence is essential to achieve such benefits. This study examined predictors of attendance to an exercise program in a large, diverse sample of cancer survivors.

Methods: Participants (n = 302) were enrolled in BfitBwell, an exercise program for adults diagnosed with cancer, and currently receiving or within 6 months of completing chemotherapy or radiation therapy.

Effects of a Clinic-Based Exercise Program on Sleep Disturbance Among Cancer Survivors.

Introduction: Sleep disturbance is the second leading negative side effect reported by cancer survivors, and evidence exists to suggest that exercise may improve sleep for cancer survivors. This study examined changes in sleep following a 3-month, clinic-based exercise program among a diverse group of cancer survivors.

Methods: Single group, pre-post study design.

Feasibility of Beans/Bran Enriching Nutritional Eating For Intestinal Health & Cancer Including Activity for Longevity: A Pilot Trial to Improve Healthy Lifestyles among Individuals at High Risk for Colorectal Cancer.

Purpose: Examine the feasibility and preliminary effects of a lifestyle intervention of rice bran plus navy bean supplementation, and physical activity (PA) education on intake of fiber and whole grains, and PA levels.

Design: Randomized-controlled, single-blinded.

Setting: Academic institution and free-living.