RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT04956133

IMPACT: IMplementation of Physical Activity for Children and Adolescents on Treatment

Effectiveness and Implementation of Physical Activity for Children and Adolescents on Treatment for Cancer and/or Blood Diseases

Sponsor

University of Calgary

Enrollment

250 participants

Start Date

Aug 3, 2022

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Pediatric Cancer Pediatric Hematology

Summary

Physical activity can enhance well-being among youth diagnosed with oncological or hematological diseases. We developed a tailored, 1:1, online physical activity program (i.e., IMPACT), to promote physical activity in this cohort. The proposed single-group, mixed-methods project will assess the effect of IMPACT and explore markers of implementation.

Eligibility

Min Age: 5 YearsMax Age: 18 Years

Inclusion Criteria3

Children or adolescents between the ages of 5-18 years at enrollment and at least one parent (defined as a caregiver; biological or otherwise)
Diagnosed with any oncological and/or hematological diagnosis
Currently receiving or scheduled to receive any treatment for any oncological and/or hematological diagnosis or completed treatment \<3 months

Exclusion Criteria4

Completed all treatment for their oncological or hematological diagnosis \>3 months
Unable to participate in physical activity as assessed by the patients' healthcare team or physical activity specialist
Parent and/or patient cannot understand verbal English
Parent is unwilling to be present (i.e., at home, in the same room depending on participant age and functional ability) during the physical activity sessions (required to ensure safety of the child/adolescent)

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALPhysical Activity

Participants will receive the IMPACT program, which includes a combination of aerobic, resistance, balance, and flexibility exercises conducted 1:1 and delivered online by a physical activity specialist via Zoom. The IMPACT program follows basic physical activity progression principles (i.e., principles of frequency, intensity, time, type, overload and progression). Tailoring will be used to promote fitness and wellness benefits, while ensuring safety. In addition, prominent behaviour change techniques will be provided by physical activity specialists within each 1:1 session. Discussions and worksheets will be provided, depending on participants needs.