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PURPOSE/OBJECTIVES: To identify physical activity (PA) preferences of gynecologic cancer survivors (GCSs) and to understand the reasons for them. DESIGN: Population-based, cross-sectional mailed survey and semistructured interviews with a subsample. SETTING: Nova Scotia, Canada. SAMPLE: 239 GCSs completed the survey, and 16 participated in an interview. METHODS: GCSs identified from a provincial cancer registry completed a questionnaire assessing PA preferences. Survey respondents were asked to participate in a substudy exploring PA preferences through a semistructured interview. MAIN RESEARCH VARIABLES: Self-reported PA and PA preferences. FINDINGS: Analyses indicated that participants were interested in a PA program. Interviews highlighted that PA counseling was highly desired and should include discussions about the benefits and appropriate amounts of PA, as well as available opportunities for PA. CONCLUSIONS: GCSs have preferences regarding characteristics of PA discussions and programs. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: Oncology nurses are integral to the promotion of PA in GCSs. Providing oncology nurses with training opportunities to learn about PA for cancer survivors is an important consideration for cancer centers in ensuring a satisfactory experience for cancer survivors.
PURPOSE/OBJECTIVES: To identify physical activity (PA) preferences of gynecologic cancer survivors (GCSs) and to understand the reasons for them. DESIGN: Population-based, cross-sectional mailed survey and semistructured interviews with a subsample. SETTING: Nova Scotia, Canada. SAMPLE: 239 GCSs completed the survey, and 16 participated in an interview. METHODS: GCSs identified from a provincial cancer registry completed a questionnaire assessing PA preferences. Survey respondents were asked to participate in a substudy exploring PA preferences through a semistructured interview. MAIN RESEARCH VARIABLES: Self-reported PA and PA preferences. FINDINGS: Analyses indicated that participants were interested in a PA program. Interviews highlighted that PA counseling was highly desired and should include discussions about the benefits and appropriate amounts of PA, as well as available opportunities for PA. CONCLUSIONS: GCSs have preferences regarding characteristics of PA discussions and programs. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: Oncology nurses are integral to the promotion of PA in GCSs. Providing oncology nurses with training opportunities to learn about PA for cancer survivors is an important consideration for cancer centers in ensuring a satisfactory experience for cancer survivors.
Biofeedback and EEG neurofeedback have been documented as successful treatment modalities for MTBI. EEG biofeedback has been shown as an effective intervention for treating auditory memory problems in TBI. And quantitative EEG is a highly sensitive diagnostic tool in identifying post concussion syndrome. Currently, there are numerous biofeedback and neurofeedback training programs for optimal performance that have shown good preliminary results in reducing or eliminating symptoms of TBI and PTSD. Biofeedback/neurofeedback was also studied by Dr. Eugene Peniston for the treatment of combat-related, post traumatic stress disorder and substance abuse.Biofeedback is the use of sensitive instruments to measure physical responses in the body and feed them back to you in order to help alter your body’s responses. You can observe the feedback on a computer screen or listen to sound feedback.
Background: The practice of yoga has been shown to improve disease- and treatment-related side effects in the noncurative cancer patient. Objective: This user experience study aimed to examine the feasibility and usefulness of a DVD-based yoga program for young adult cancer patients with a noncurative diagnosis. Methods: Participants were asked to partake in a 7-week DVD-based yoga program and complete measures of program use and usefulness. Results: Nine patients expressed study interest and 5 consented to participate. Four completed the full study protocol. Participants reported being satisfied with the program and described that it provided an opportunity for self-care. Improvements in functional, physical, and spiritual well-being and overall quality of life were found. Barriers included competing time demands and feeling unwell. No adverse events were reported. Conclusion: The program was viewed as an accessible and useful activity option; however, a desire for greater social support from relatable others was highlighted.