Physical activity in people affected by head and neck cancers: gender-specific barriers and preferences-ORLAPA survey results.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

People with head and neck cancers (HNCs) often experience deconditioning, nutritional challenges, and low adherence to physical activity (PA) guidelines. While gender influences PA behaviors in other cancers, data among HNC survivors remain limited. We investigated gender-specific differences in PA preferences, perceived barriers, and interest in nutrition education among French HNC patients.

Methods

In June 2023, 400 adult HNC patients at a French cancer center were invited to complete a 24-item online survey assessing sociodemographics, digital device use, PA preferences (modality, intensity, frequency, supervision, duration, social context, location), perceived barriers, and willingness to join a nutrition-integrated education program. Gender differences were anal

SUBMITTER: Martin J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12484345 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature