Connecting breast cancer survivors for exercise: protocol for a two-arm randomized controlled trial
Abstract Background Peer-based exercise interventions that cultivate new opportunities for support with a fellow cancer survivor may result in increased exercise volume. It is not clear whether adding qualified exercise professional (QEP) support to peer-based interventions improves health outcomes....
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| author | Jenna Smith-Turchyn Michelle E. McCowan Erin O’Loughlin Angela J. Fong Meghan H. McDonough Daniel Santa Mina Kelly P. Arbour-Nicitopoulos Linda Trinh Jennifer M. Jones Jackie L. Bender S. Nicole Culos-Reed Jennifer R. Tomasone Madison F. Vani Catherine M. Sabiston |
| author_facet | Jenna Smith-Turchyn Michelle E. McCowan Erin O’Loughlin Angela J. Fong Meghan H. McDonough Daniel Santa Mina Kelly P. Arbour-Nicitopoulos Linda Trinh Jennifer M. Jones Jackie L. Bender S. Nicole Culos-Reed Jennifer R. Tomasone Madison F. Vani Catherine M. Sabiston |
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| description | Abstract Background Peer-based exercise interventions that cultivate new opportunities for support with a fellow cancer survivor may result in increased exercise volume. It is not clear whether adding qualified exercise professional (QEP) support to peer-based interventions improves health outcomes. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to determine whether breast cancer survivor (BCS) dyads who receive 10 weekly sessions of virtually delivered QEP support have improved outcomes compared to BCS dyads who do not receive QEP support. Methods Participants Adult BCS with medical clearance for exercise, who have an internet-connected device, and currently engage in < 150 min of moderate-intensity exercise per week. Intervention BCS will be matched using evidence-based criteria. The intervention group will receive dyadic exercise information sessions and a program tailored by a QEP for 10 weeks (intervention period) and have access to the QEP for an additional 4 weeks (tapering period). The control will not receive any QEP support. Outcomes The primary outcome is post-intervention self-reported exercise volume. Secondary outcomes include device-assessed exercise volume (i.e., Fitbit), social support, and health-related quality of life. Randomization 108 participants, matched in dyads, will be randomized 1:1 to the MatchQEP or Match groups using a web-based scheme. Statistical analysis Outcomes will be measured at baseline, post-intervention, post-tapering, and at 12 weeks post-intervention follow-up. Discussion The findings from this RCT will determine if matched BCS dyads who receive 10 weeks of virtually delivered QEP support have higher levels of self-report and device-measured exercise, social support, and health related quality of life compared to matched dyads without QEP-delivered exercise guidance. To our knowledge this will be the first study to assess the combined effect of peer- and QEP support on exercise volume. Project findings will inform and optimize intervention methods aimed to increase exercise among BCS through accessible exercise supports. Trial Registration: The study is registered on ClinicalTrials.gov (study identifier: NCT04771975, protocol Version Number: 2, date: July 22, 2021). |
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| spelling | doaj.art-9ee387674b0544d5bad01ed900cf918e2022-12-21T17:17:43ZengBMCBMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation2052-18472021-10-0113111310.1186/s13102-021-00341-wConnecting breast cancer survivors for exercise: protocol for a two-arm randomized controlled trialJenna Smith-Turchyn0Michelle E. McCowan1Erin O’Loughlin2Angela J. Fong3Meghan H. McDonough4Daniel Santa Mina5Kelly P. Arbour-Nicitopoulos6Linda Trinh7Jennifer M. Jones8Jackie L. Bender9S. Nicole Culos-Reed10Jennifer R. Tomasone11Madison F. Vani12Catherine M. Sabiston13School of Rehabilitation Science, McMaster UniversityFaculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education, University of TorontoFaculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education, University of TorontoDepartment of Kinesiology and Health, Rutgers UniversityFaculty of Kinesiology, University of CalgaryFaculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education, University of TorontoFaculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education, University of TorontoFaculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education, University of TorontoPrincess Margaret Cancer Centre, University Health NetworkPrincess Margaret Cancer Centre, University Health NetworkFaculty of Kinesiology, University of CalgarySchool of Kinesiology and Health Studies, Queen’s UniversityFaculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education, University of TorontoFaculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education, University of TorontoAbstract Background Peer-based exercise interventions that cultivate new opportunities for support with a fellow cancer survivor may result in increased exercise volume. It is not clear whether adding qualified exercise professional (QEP) support to peer-based interventions improves health outcomes. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to determine whether breast cancer survivor (BCS) dyads who receive 10 weekly sessions of virtually delivered QEP support have improved outcomes compared to BCS dyads who do not receive QEP support. Methods Participants Adult BCS with medical clearance for exercise, who have an internet-connected device, and currently engage in < 150 min of moderate-intensity exercise per week. Intervention BCS will be matched using evidence-based criteria. The intervention group will receive dyadic exercise information sessions and a program tailored by a QEP for 10 weeks (intervention period) and have access to the QEP for an additional 4 weeks (tapering period). The control will not receive any QEP support. Outcomes The primary outcome is post-intervention self-reported exercise volume. Secondary outcomes include device-assessed exercise volume (i.e., Fitbit), social support, and health-related quality of life. Randomization 108 participants, matched in dyads, will be randomized 1:1 to the MatchQEP or Match groups using a web-based scheme. Statistical analysis Outcomes will be measured at baseline, post-intervention, post-tapering, and at 12 weeks post-intervention follow-up. Discussion The findings from this RCT will determine if matched BCS dyads who receive 10 weeks of virtually delivered QEP support have higher levels of self-report and device-measured exercise, social support, and health related quality of life compared to matched dyads without QEP-delivered exercise guidance. To our knowledge this will be the first study to assess the combined effect of peer- and QEP support on exercise volume. Project findings will inform and optimize intervention methods aimed to increase exercise among BCS through accessible exercise supports. Trial Registration: The study is registered on ClinicalTrials.gov (study identifier: NCT04771975, protocol Version Number: 2, date: July 22, 2021).https://doi.org/10.1186/s13102-021-00341-wExercisePhysical activityPeer-based interventionsSocial supportBreast cancer |
| spellingShingle | Jenna Smith-Turchyn Michelle E. McCowan Erin O’Loughlin Angela J. Fong Meghan H. McDonough Daniel Santa Mina Kelly P. Arbour-Nicitopoulos Linda Trinh Jennifer M. Jones Jackie L. Bender S. Nicole Culos-Reed Jennifer R. Tomasone Madison F. Vani Catherine M. Sabiston Connecting breast cancer survivors for exercise: protocol for a two-arm randomized controlled trial BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation Exercise Physical activity Peer-based interventions Social support Breast cancer |
| title | Connecting breast cancer survivors for exercise: protocol for a two-arm randomized controlled trial |
| title_full | Connecting breast cancer survivors for exercise: protocol for a two-arm randomized controlled trial |
| title_fullStr | Connecting breast cancer survivors for exercise: protocol for a two-arm randomized controlled trial |
| title_full_unstemmed | Connecting breast cancer survivors for exercise: protocol for a two-arm randomized controlled trial |
| title_short | Connecting breast cancer survivors for exercise: protocol for a two-arm randomized controlled trial |
| title_sort | connecting breast cancer survivors for exercise protocol for a two arm randomized controlled trial |
| topic | Exercise Physical activity Peer-based interventions Social support Breast cancer |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13102-021-00341-w |
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