Effect of a 12-Week Online Walking Intervention on Health and Quality of Life in Cancer Survivors: A Quasi-Randomized Controlled Trial.
Study Goal
The researchers aimed to test the effectiveness of a 12-week online walking intervention for cancer survivors and explore its impact on physical health indicators and quality of life.
Results Summary
The study evaluated an online walking intervention (STRIDE) based on individualized step goals, measuring physiology, physical fitness, and quality of life at baseline, post-intervention, and three-month follow-up. Results indicated potential benefits, but specific outcomes were not detailed in the abstract.
Population
Rural and urban cancer survivors
Effective Dosage
Not specified
Duration
12 weeks
Interactions
None mentioned
| Intervention | Direction | Endpoint | Population | Dosage | Impact | Claim # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
online 12-week walking intervention | neutral | - | cancer survivors | - | test the effectiveness | #1 |
online 12-week walking intervention | neutral | physical health indicators | cancer survivors | - | explore its impact | #2 |
online 12-week walking intervention | neutral | quality of life outcomes | cancer survivors | - | explore its impact | #3 |
Cancer survivors are at an increased risk of experiencing physical and psychological ill-effects following cancer treatment. Rural cancer survivors are at a greater risk of future health problems following a cancer diagnosis compared to their urban counterparts. Physical activity has been targeted as a health promotion priority in cancer survivors. Research indicates that a large portion of cancer survivors do not meet physical activity recommendations. The purpose of this quasi-randomized controlled trial was to test the effectiveness of an online 12-week walking intervention designed for cancer survivors, and to explore its impact on physical health indicators and quality of life outcomes. Steps Toward Improving Diet and Exercise among cancer survivors (STRIDE) is an online resource designed according to Social Cognitive Theory and Self Determination Theory, based on individualized step goal setting. Measures of physiology, physical fitness, and quality of life were taken at the baseline, post-intervention, and three-month follow-up in an Intervention group (