Factors Influencing Physical Activity in Cancer Patients During Oncological Treatments: A Qualitative Study.

Alice AvanciniDaniela TregnagoLaura RigattiGiulia SartoriLin YangIlaria TrestiniClelia BonaiutoMichele MilellaSara PilottoMassimo Lanza

Published in: Integrative cancer therapies (2021)

Overall, patients have a positive view regarding physical activity, and a variety of obstacles and cues to action were recognized. Considering this information may help to improve adherence to a physical activity program over time, consequently increasing the expected benefits.

Keyphrases

physical activity
end stage renal disease
body mass index
chronic kidney disease
newly diagnosed
ejection fraction
prostate cancer
sleep quality
type diabetes
quality improvement
patient reported outcomes
healthcare
rectal cancer
insulin resistance
radical prostatectomy
weight loss
glycemic control
patient reported