Trial reportCancer nursing
A Randomized Controlled Trial of a Physical Activity Intervention for Self-management of Fatigue in Adolescents and Young Adults With Cancer.
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- Exercise to Manage Fatigue During and After Chemotherapy in Adolescents and Young Adults With Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.Oncology nursing forum · 2025Pooled it
- The Use of Wearable Devices in Oncology Patients: A Systematic Review.The oncologist · 2024Pooled it
- Effectiveness of Fitbit-Based Interventions in Improving 24-hour Movement Behaviors: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.Inquiry : a journal of medical care organization, provision and financingPooled it
- Chain mediating effects of self-efficacy and social support on the relationship between engagement in an internet-based traditional Chinese medicine nursing program and quality of life among lung cancer patients: a cross-sectional questionnaire study.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
- Feasibility and acceptability of a parallel, two-arm randomized controlled trial to evaluate an online physical activity behavior counseling intervention for young adults diagnosed with cancer: a mixed-methods pilot study.Pilot and feasibility studies · 2025Article
- Advances in Cellular Immune Theranostic Approaches for Glioblastoma: Current Trends and Future Directions.Cancer innovation · 2025Review
- Effect of supervised exercise training on objectively measured physical activity in patients during anthracycline therapy.JSAMS plus · 2024Article
- Physical activity and physical fitness assessments in adolescents and young adults diagnosed with cancer: a scoping review.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2023Article
- Effects of physical activity interventions on physical activity and health outcomes in young people during treatment for cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials.BMJ open sport & exercise medicine · 2023Article
- Decision-Making Involvement, Self-Efficacy, and Transition Readiness in Youth With Sickle Cell Disease.Nursing researchArticle
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Abstract
backgroundFatigue remains a persistent and troubling symptom for adolescents and young adults (AYAs) with cancer. Physical activity (PA) is recommended as a strategy for self-management of fatigue.
objectiveThe aim of the study was to examine a PA intervention to improve the self-management of fatigue in AYAs during chemotherapy.
methodsThis randomized controlled trial enrolled AYAs (18-39 years) receiving chemotherapy. Adolescents and young adults in the intervention group received a 12-week PA intervention integrated into 5 clinic visits that included education, PA tracking, and collaboration. Physical activity was measured with an accelerometer, and participants completed measures of fatigue severity, self-efficacy for PA, and self-regulation at baseline and end of study.
resultsForty-four AYAs completed the study. At baseline, AYAs averaged 4290 (SD, 2423) steps/day and 14.4 (SD, 20.6) minutes/day of moderate- to vigorous-intensity PA; their average Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System fatigue score was 55.0 (SD, 9.2). At end of study, there were no significant differences between groups in fatigue, self-efficacy, self-regulation, or PA, but trends in the desired direction were observed for each of the variables in the intervention group.
conclusionDuring chemotherapy, AYAs had variable levels of PA and engaged in mostly light-intensity PA. Their average fatigue level was slightly worse than a national comparison group. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE: Tailored interventions are needed to promote PA in AYAs as a self-management strategy for fatigue. Enhancing self-efficacy and self-regulation may be important approaches to promote PA.
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