BACKGROUND
Exercise is important for the health of people living with and beyond cancer. Yet most cancer survivors do not receive advice or referral to exercise oncology programs. A smartphone delivered exercise oncology specific app could minimize many of the barriers to exercise that these individuals face.
OBJECTIVE
To develop an exercise oncology application that delivers an individualized exercise program for each user to minimize many of the barriers faced by clinicians, patients and people in underserved areas.
METHODS
The app was developed based on previous research. The individualized exercise prescription is based on the user’s daily level of fatigue, and if the user is on treatment, type and duration of treatment, and current fitness level.
RESULTS
Developed an easy to navigate, read and use app with reminders to exercise and positive feedback for reaching one’s goals.
CONCLUSIONS
Cancer Exercise is a unique app that provides individualized exercise programs for cancer survivors and caregivers. Additional research is needed to see how the app may benefit people living in rural and underserved communities.