A pilot randomized controlled trial of a virtual peer-support exercise intervention for female older adults with cancer

Jenna Smith-Turchyn; Susanne Sinclair; Erin K. O’Loughlin; Anthea Innes; Madison F. Vani; Marla Beauchamp; Stuart M. Phillips; Julie Richardson; Lehana Thabane; Catherine M. Sabiston

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A pilot randomized controlled trial of a virtual peer-support exercise intervention for female older adults with cancer

Jenna Smith-Turchyn, Susanne Sinclair, Erin K. O’Loughlin, Anthea Innes, Madison F. Vani, Marla Beauchamp, Stuart M. Phillips, Julie Richardson, Lehana Thabane, Catherine M. Sabiston

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Background: Regular exercise can mitigate side effects of cancer treatment. However, only a small proportion of adults with cancer meet exercise guidelines, and older adults (> 65 years) are underrepresented in cancer rehabilitation research. Peer support facilitates health-promoting behaviours in general populations, but interventions merging exercise and peer support for older adults with cancer are not examined. The purpose of this study was to determine the feasibility and preliminary effectiveness of a virtual partner-based peer support exercise intervention for older adult female cancer survivors. Methods: Older adult female cancer survivors with internet access and currently participating in < 150 min of moderate-vigorous physical activity per week were included in this study.

Original language	English
Article number	887
Journal	BMC Geriatrics
Volume	24
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-024-05495-z
Publication status	Published - 26 Oct 2024

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Aging
Cancer
Exercise
Peer support
Physical activity
Social support
Virtual delivery

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