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Perceived barriers and facilitators to physical activity in childhood cancer survivors and their parents: A large-scale interview study from the International PACCS Study.

Elna Hamilton LarsenAnneli Viktoria MellblomMarie Hamilton LarsenEllen RuudLene ThorsenNatasha Nybro PetersenHanne Baekgaard LarsenMartin Kaj FridhHanne Cathrine Lie
Published in: Pediatric blood & cancer (2022)
Treatment-related long-term or late effects represented significant barriers to PA as their functional consequences reduced survivors' capacities and capabilities to be active. Environmental and personal factors acting as facilitators or further barriers to PA were identified. Applying the ICF-CY framework in clinical practice could help to enable PA participation.
Keyphrases
  • physical activity
  • clinical practice
  • young adults
  • body mass index
  • mental health
  • social support
  • climate change
  • replacement therapy