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Impact of technology on physical activity levels of childhood cancer survivors: a systematic review

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Sumengen, Aylin Akca
Savas, Eysan Hanzade
Ay, Ayse
Koyuncu, Ilcim Ercan
Erkul, Munevver

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Objectives: Childhood cancer survivors often experience long-term health challenges like muscle weakness and obesity. Physical activity is essential for alleviating these effects, and technological interventions are being recommended to promote physical activity. This systematic review aimed to evaluate technological interventions' impact on childhood cancer survivors' PA levels. Methods: The systematic review followed PRISMA guidelines and included studies published until May 2024 from various databases. The Joanna Briggs Institute critical appraisal tools were used to assess study quality. The study was registered in PROSPERO under registration number CRD42024564857. Results: A total of nine studies were included in the review: four were randomized controlled trials (RCT), three were feasibility studies, and two were pilot studies. These studies, involving a total of 417 childhood cancer survivors, utilized a wide range of technological interventions. Six of the studies were of good quality, while three were of fair quality. Three studies used mobile apps, two used web-based platforms, two utilized m-health solutions, one incorporated a video game, and one employed a telehealth application. The results revealed that two-thirds of the mobile applications were ineffective in enhancing physical activity. In contrast, one of the m-health applications proved to be effective. Additionally, web-based platforms, telehealth applications, and video games demonstrated effectiveness in increasing physical activity. Conclusions: Technological interventions show promise for improving physical activity among childhood cancer survivors, with six studies demonstrating significant benefits. More research is needed to identify effective strategies and optimize intervention designs, focusing on long-term outcomes. Implications for Nursing Practice: This systematic review assesses technology-based interventions aimed at promoting physical activity in childhood cancer survivors. The findings emphasize the potential and variability of digital tools, underscoring the necessity for additional research to refine intervention strategies and facilitate long-term physical activity among this group.

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Elsevier

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Oncology, Nursing

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Seminars in Oncology Nursing

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10.1016/j.soncn.2024.151757

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