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Purpose <p>Virtual reality (VR) exercise may help promote physical activity in cancer survivors. Understanding infusion-specific barriers and facilitators is essential for designing effective interventions that can be integrated into chemotherapy care. This study explored adult cancer survivors’ perceptions and preferences regarding VR exercise during chemotherapy infusion.</p> Methods <p>This exploratory concurrent mixed-methods study included community-dwelling adults (≥ 18 years) who had completed primary cancer treatment involving chemotherapy. Participants trialled a commercially available immersive VR exercise program paired with a sensor and seated pedal unit, completed a survey on digital technology confidence and preferences, and took part in a focus group or interview to discuss VR exercise during infusion. Qualitative content analysis was used to analyse transcripts.</p> Results <p>Eight cancer survivors (6 female; mean age 63.6 ± 8.3 years) participated. Most reported being confident (87%) and comfortable (75%) using digital technologies. All participants enjoyed the VR exercise and indicated they would have used it during chemotherapy if available. Positive perceptions included mental wellbeing benefits, distraction, relaxation, and potential enhancement of drug circulation. Participants also identified negative aspects of the experience and potential barriers to implementation, such as cold caps, risk of cannula dislodgement, space constraints, and infusion‑chair suitability.</p> Conclusion <p>This study provides the first insights into cancer survivors’ perceptions of immersive VR exercise during chemotherapy infusion. Findings highlight both the promise and practical considerations of integrating VR exercise into infusion care and represent an initial step toward developing a tailored VR exercise intervention for use during chemotherapy.</p>

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Adult cancer survivors’ perceptions of immersive virtual reality exercise and its utility during chemotherapy infusion: a concurrent mixed method exploratory study

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    2026年7月4日

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  • Katia Ferrar,
  • Belinda Lange,
  • Thomas Beltrame,
  • Elizabeth S. Buckley,
  • Keng Hao Chew,
  • Jonathan J. Foo,
  • Max K. Hollis,
  • Emma Kemp,
  • Bogda Koczwara,
  • Peggy Lim,
  • David Mizrahi,
  • Nicole May,
  • Jessica Thomson,
  • Joan Schumacher,
  • David Hobbs

摘要

Purpose

Virtual reality (VR) exercise may help promote physical activity in cancer survivors. Understanding infusion-specific barriers and facilitators is essential for designing effective interventions that can be integrated into chemotherapy care. This study explored adult cancer survivors’ perceptions and preferences regarding VR exercise during chemotherapy infusion.

Methods

This exploratory concurrent mixed-methods study included community-dwelling adults (≥ 18 years) who had completed primary cancer treatment involving chemotherapy. Participants trialled a commercially available immersive VR exercise program paired with a sensor and seated pedal unit, completed a survey on digital technology confidence and preferences, and took part in a focus group or interview to discuss VR exercise during infusion. Qualitative content analysis was used to analyse transcripts.

Results

Eight cancer survivors (6 female; mean age 63.6 ± 8.3 years) participated. Most reported being confident (87%) and comfortable (75%) using digital technologies. All participants enjoyed the VR exercise and indicated they would have used it during chemotherapy if available. Positive perceptions included mental wellbeing benefits, distraction, relaxation, and potential enhancement of drug circulation. Participants also identified negative aspects of the experience and potential barriers to implementation, such as cold caps, risk of cannula dislodgement, space constraints, and infusion‑chair suitability.

Conclusion

This study provides the first insights into cancer survivors’ perceptions of immersive VR exercise during chemotherapy infusion. Findings highlight both the promise and practical considerations of integrating VR exercise into infusion care and represent an initial step toward developing a tailored VR exercise intervention for use during chemotherapy.