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Effectiveness of Integrated Mindfulness-Based Fitness Training Program in Ameliorating Physical Symptoms and Survivor Concerns in Patients With Breast Cancer: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

Cancer nursing
January 1, 1970
Yun-Chen Chang
Journal ArticleRandomized Controlled TrialHuman StudyClinical
Study Details

Study Goal

The researchers aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of an integrated mindfulness-based fitness training (MBFT) program in addressing overactive bladder, fear of cancer recurrence, and female sexual function in patients with breast cancer.

Results Summary

The MBFT program showed no significant improvement in overactive bladder symptoms but significantly reduced fear of cancer recurrence and improved sexual function, including sexual desire and overall satisfaction.

Population

Patients with breast cancer

Effective Dosage

Not specified

Duration

8 weeks

Interactions

None mentioned

Extracted Claims (10)
InterventionDirectionEndpointPopulationDosageImpactClaim #
integrated mindfulness-based fitness training (MBFT) program
no change
overactive bladder symptoms
patients with breast cancer
-
no significant improvement
#1
integrated mindfulness-based fitness training (MBFT) program
decrease
survivor concerns for items related to future diagnostic tests
patients with breast cancer
-
significant differences were observed
#2
integrated mindfulness-based fitness training (MBFT) program
decrease
survivor concerns for items related to another type of cancer
patients with breast cancer
-
significant differences were observed
#3
integrated mindfulness-based fitness training (MBFT) program
decrease
survivor concerns for items related to cancer coming back
patients with breast cancer
-
significant differences were observed
#4
integrated mindfulness-based fitness training (MBFT) program
decrease
survivor concerns for items related to dying
patients with breast cancer
-
significant differences were observed
#5
integrated mindfulness-based fitness training (MBFT) program
decrease
survivor concerns for items related to my health
patients with breast cancer
-
significant differences were observed
#6
integrated mindfulness-based fitness training (MBFT) program
increase
overall sexual life satisfaction
patients with breast cancer
-
significant difference was found
#7
integrated mindfulness-based fitness training (MBFT) program
increase
sexual desire
patients with breast cancer
2.00 vs 1.18
significant difference was found
#8
Mindfulness-based fitness training interventions
decrease
fear of recurrence
patients with breast cancer
-
effective in enhancing the well-being
#9
Mindfulness-based fitness training interventions
increase
sexual function
patients with breast cancer
-
effective in enhancing the well-being
#10
Abstract

BACKGROUND: Patients with breast cancer typically experience both mental and physical distress after aggressive treatments. Some studies have explored the use of integrated interventions, such as mindfulness-based or exercise-based approaches, to reduce these symptoms. However, the results of these studies have been conflicting. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of an integrated mindfulness-based fitness training (MBFT) program in addressing overactive bladder, fear of cancer recurrence, and female sexual function in patients with breast cancer. METHODS: Fifty patients with breast cancer were either assigned to an 8-week MBFT group or a waitlist control group. The postintervention and preintervention scores were compared using descriptive analysis of the data set, as well as paired and independent t tests. RESULTS: There was no significant improvement in overactive bladder symptoms. Significant differences were observed in survivor concerns for items related to future diagnostic tests ( t = 2.667, P = .024; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.120-1.335), another type of cancer ( t = 2.667, P = .024; 95% CI, 0.120-1.335), cancer coming back ( t = 4.183, P = .002; 95% CI, 0.297-0.975), dying ( t = 2.609, P = .026; 95% CI, 0.093-1.180), and my health ( t = 2.887, P = .016; 95% CI, 0.104-0.805). A significant difference was found in the item measuring overall sexual life satisfaction ( t = -3.162, P = .013) and sexual desire (MBFT vs waitlist control group, 2.00 vs 1.18; P = .023). CONCLUSION: Mindfulness-based fitness training interventions were effective in enhancing the well-being of patients with breast cancer by reducing fear of recurrence and enhancing sexual function. These findings support the use of MBFT as complementary therapy. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE: Healthcare providers should carefully assess the individual needs and preferences of each patient and tailor interventions accordingly. In addition, integrating multiple approaches may be more effective in reducing distress.

Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)
HumansFemaleBreast NeoplasmsMindfulnessMiddle AgedCancer SurvivorsAdultAgedExercise TherapyQuality of LifeSurveys and QuestionnairesSurvivors
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Quality Scores
SafetyNot Assessed
Efficacy75/10
Quality80/10
Citation Metrics
Total Citations1
Citations/Year1.0
Research Impact Scores
APT Score0.50
Weight Score1.43
Normalized Score0.66
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