A cross-sectional study exploring the perception of exercise oncology in the Italian population.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

We aim to examine the population's perception of physical exercise in patients with cancer.

Materials and methods

An anonymous survey was conducted to reach a sample of Italian adults. The questionnaire investigated sociodemographic factors, physical exercise levels, and perceptions about the importance, benefits, and safety of exercise, the support from oncologists and family/friends, as well as the capability and ease of patients of exercise.

Results

Overall, 838 persons participated in this survey. The majority of respondents agree that exercise is important (60.5%) and beneficial (61.5%) for patients with cancer during anticancer treatments, whereas 40.2% believed in its safety. Forty-two percent and 51.9% of participants expressed a positive opinion

SUBMITTER: Borsati A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11769818 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature