Preferences for exercise and physical activity support in adolescent and young adult cancer survivors: a cross-sectional survey.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Exercise and physical activity (hereafter, collectively referred to as PA) preferences and benefits are becoming increasingly well characterised in cancer survivors, yet evidence from adolescent and young adult cancer survivors (AYAs) is scant. We describe the overall PA behaviour and support preferences of AYAs and explore subgroup differences to inform AYA-specific research and support.

Methods

AYAs diagnosed with cancer between the ages of 18-39 years, irrespective of current age, were approached in clinic at a large cancer centre for this cross-sectional survey that assessed self-reported demographics, medical history, PA behaviour and PA support preferences.

Results

A total of 318 AYAs completed the survey. Approximately 40% of AYAs were not meeting PA gu

SUBMITTER: Adams SC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7787126 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature