Adult childhood cancer survivors' perceptions of factors that influence their ability to be physically active.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Studies indicate that adult childhood cancer survivors do not achieve recommended physical activity levels. A deeper understanding of factors that influence their ability to be physically active is essential to identify individuals in need of support. The aim was to explore factors that influence adult childhood cancer survivor's ability to be physically active.

Method

Semi-structured interviews were conducted from June to October 2020 with 20 adult childhood cancer survivors with a median age of 31 (min-max 20-47) years. Interviews were transcribed verbatim and analyzed with qualitative content analysis.

Results

Four main categories: "The impact of environmental factors," "Personal factors of importance," "Consequences of the treatment or disease," and "The i

SUBMITTER: Jess L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10287765 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature