Physical Activity Telecoaching in Post-Surgical NSCLC Patients: A Mixed-Methods Pilot Study Exploring Feasibility, Acceptability and Actual Usage.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Patients with early-stage (I-IIIA) resectable non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) often experience reduced physical activity (PA) after surgery. PA telecoaching may support a more active lifestyle, but evidence in this population is limited.

Objective

To evaluate acceptability, feasibility, safety, and actual usage of an automated and manual PA telecoaching program following surgery for NSCLC.

Methods

In this multicenter, single-blind study, patients received either an eight-week automated coaching program (ACP) with a customized smartphone app or a manual coaching program (MCP) with weekly phone calls from a coach. Both groups used an activity tracker, linked to their smartphone, to monitor steps and receive feedback. Primary outcomes included acceptability

SUBMITTER: Arents E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12427458 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature