Investigating the effects of a ten-week circuit training program on balance in people with cancer

Tough, D. (2025) Investigating the effects of a ten-week circuit training program on balance in people with cancer. Physiotherapy Practice and Research. ISSN 2213-0683 (In Press)

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Abstract

BACKGROUND: Cancer is a major burden of disease worldwide which continues to rise. Prevalence of falls increases with age, whilst those with a diagnosis of cancer have also been found to be predisposed to a greater risk of falls, partially due to impaired balance. Exercise programs in older adults have been shown to improve balance and reduce fall risk. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to explore the effectiveness of a ten-week circuit training program on balance and fear of falling (FoF) among adults diagnosed with cancer. METHODS: Participants (n=12) completed a 14-item balance (Mini-Balance Evaluation Systems Test (BESTest)) and FoF (Falls Efficacy Scale - International (FES-I)) assessment prior to taking part in a ten-week circuit training program. Upon completion of the program, participants completed a post-assessment, consisting of the Mini-BESTest and FES-I. RESULTS: Balance significantly improved, as measured by the Mini-BESTest (p= 0.003; mean difference: 15.2%; BCa 95% CI: 10.1% to 20.8%), with significant improvements in three of the four subcomponents (Reactive Postural Control: p< 0.001; Dynamic Gait: p< 0.001; Anticipatory Postural Adjustments: p= 0.046) following the ten-week circuit training program. FoF significantly decreased following the program (p= 0.026; mean difference: -4.8; BCa 95% CI: -8.1 to -1.9). CONCLUSION: A ten-week circuit training program significantly improved balance and reduced FoF among older adults diagnosed with cancer. Such exercise interventions could be considered as part of routine care following a diagnosis of cancer, as they may help reduce healthcare costs and improve quality of life among people with cancer.

Item Type:	Article
Depositing User:	Daniel Tough
Date Deposited:	06 Mar 2025 11:05
Last Modified:	06 Mar 2025 11:05
URI:	https://bgro.repository.guildhe.ac.uk/id/eprint/1219

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