State of research, feasibility, safety, acceptability, and outcomes examined on remotely delivered exercises using technology for older adult with cancer: a scoping review

Sattar, S.; Papadopoulos, E.; Smith, G. V. H.; Haase, K. R.; Kobekyaa, F.; Tejero, I.; Bradley, C.; Nadler, M. B.; Campbell, K. L.; Santa Mina, D.; Alibhai, S. M. H.

doi:10.1007/s11764-023-01427-9

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“…VOE programs can be characterized as "synchronous" or "real-time" sessions, in which the instructor leads a participant or group of participants through an exercise routine using videoconferencing software (19). In terms of feasibility and the preliminary effects of VOE, two studies of exercise oncology interventions using VOE found evidence for feasibility, safety (e.g., low adverse events), and preliminary effectiveness for improvements in physical fitness and patientreported outcomes in older cancer survivors (16,17,20). Other advantages of VOE have also emerged, including better adherence, greater freedom of location for delivery and participation compared with face-to-face and asynchronous remote or distance-based modalities, the ability to retain supervision by a qualified exercise professional, and opportunities for social support via real-time contact with other cancer survivors and program participants (15)(16)(17)21,22).…”

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Scoping Review of Videoconference Online Exercise Programs for Cancer Survivors in Community Settings

Crisafio,

Anderson,

Thraen-Borowski

et al. 2024

Transl J ACSM

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Context Given the rapid transition of many cancer-specific community-based exercise programs to videoconference-delivered online exercise (VOE) during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, little is known about the reach, effectiveness, adoption, implementation, and maintenance of these programs. Objective The purpose of this scoping review was to synthesize practice-based information regarding VOE programs for cancer survivors in community-based settings. Design To identify relevant programs, searches were conducted for peer-reviewed articles published in electronic databases and programs listed in the Moving Through Cancer directory. Eligibility Criteria To be included, programs had to meet the following criteria: 1) participants were adult (>18 yr) cancer survivors, 2) included one or more VOE sessions in addition to any preprogram assessment/intake, and 3) defined as a community-based program with a primary focus of delivering a service to cancer survivors. Study Selection A total of 16 programs were included in the review. Main Outcome Measure Descriptions of 1) reach, 2) effectiveness, 3) adoption, 4) implementation, and 5) maintenance of the identified programs. Results All studies described at least one element of reach (80%), adoption (86%), and implementation (80%). Fewer programs reported on indicators of efficacy/effectiveness (25%) and individual-level maintenance (0%). Conclusions VOE programs may be viable for engaging cancer survivors, but more information is needed to understand VOE programs in community-based settings. Findings from this review reveal that more work is needed, particularly in the elements of reach, efficacy/effectiveness, and individual-level maintenance. Research on community-based programs should continue in order to better understand what contributes to successful implementation of VOE programs and the effects for cancer survivors.

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