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View article: Current quality of life questionnaires are not relevant for assessing QOL issues in multiple myeloma patients in the era of modern therapies: results from a survey with myeloma patients and myeloma healthcare professionals
Current quality of life questionnaires are not relevant for assessing QOL issues in multiple myeloma patients in the era of modern therapies: results from a survey with myeloma patients and myeloma healthcare professionals Open
As multiple myeloma (MM) patients live longer, maintaining quality of life (QOL) has become an important treatment goal. However, the commonly used general quality of life questionnaires (QOLQs) were developed over 20 years ago. In this su…
View article: Assessment and treatment of frail patients living with multiple myeloma. A guideline on behalf of the <scp>UK</scp> Myeloma Research Alliance Frailty Group
Assessment and treatment of frail patients living with multiple myeloma. A guideline on behalf of the <span>UK</span> Myeloma Research Alliance Frailty Group Open
View article: Real-world evaluation of physiotherapist-led exercise prehabilitation and rehabilitation during autologous stem cell transplantation in myeloma: a single-centre experience
Real-world evaluation of physiotherapist-led exercise prehabilitation and rehabilitation during autologous stem cell transplantation in myeloma: a single-centre experience Open
Background There is emerging evidence for the role of exercise in optimising function, quality of life (QoL) and reducing hospital length-of-stay if commenced prior to undergoing autologous stem cell transplantation (ASCT). A local pilot s…
View article: Single‐centre experience of implementing physiotherapist‐led prehabilitation for chimeric antigen receptor T cell therapy
Single‐centre experience of implementing physiotherapist‐led prehabilitation for chimeric antigen receptor T cell therapy Open
Introduction This report outlines the evaluation of physiotherapist‐led prehabilitation/rehabilitation for recipients of chimeric antigen receptor T (CAR‐T) cell therapy. Methods A hybrid approach was used, incorporating in‐person assessme…
View article: The impact of continuous lenalidomide maintenance treatment on people living with multiple myeloma—a single-centre, qualitative service evaluation study
The impact of continuous lenalidomide maintenance treatment on people living with multiple myeloma—a single-centre, qualitative service evaluation study Open
View article: The impact of continuous lenalidomide maintenance treatment on people living with Multiple Myeloma – a single-centre, qualitative evaluation study
The impact of continuous lenalidomide maintenance treatment on people living with Multiple Myeloma – a single-centre, qualitative evaluation study Open
Purpose: Continuous lenalidomide maintenance treatment after autologous stem cell transplantation delivers improvement in progression free and overall survival among newly diagnosed multiple myeloma patients and has been the standard of ca…
View article: The views and experiences of people with myeloma referred for autologous stem cell transplantation, who declined to participate in a physiotherapist-led exercise trial: a qualitative study
The views and experiences of people with myeloma referred for autologous stem cell transplantation, who declined to participate in a physiotherapist-led exercise trial: a qualitative study Open
Recruitment rates to rehabilitation trials are variable among cancer survivors, and deeper investigation into the causes for declining participation is needed. The aim of this study was to qualitatively explore the experiences of people wi…
View article: “What I wanted to do was build myself back up and prepare”: qualitative findings from the PERCEPT trial of prehabilitation during autologous stem cell transplantation in myeloma
“What I wanted to do was build myself back up and prepare”: qualitative findings from the PERCEPT trial of prehabilitation during autologous stem cell transplantation in myeloma Open
View article: Exercise prehabilitation for people with myeloma undergoing autologous stem cell transplantation: results from PERCEPT pilot randomised controlled trial
Exercise prehabilitation for people with myeloma undergoing autologous stem cell transplantation: results from PERCEPT pilot randomised controlled trial Open
Autologous stem cell transplant (ASCT) is first line treatment for newly diagnosed patients with myeloma but often results in functional deficits and reduced quality of life (QOL). Physically active myeloma patients have better QOL, less f…
View article: High patient satisfaction and increased physical activity following a remote multidisciplinary team multiple myeloma clinic
High patient satisfaction and increased physical activity following a remote multidisciplinary team multiple myeloma clinic Open
View article: The impact of COVID-19 on autologous stem cell transplantation in multiple myeloma: A single-centre, qualitative evaluation study
The impact of COVID-19 on autologous stem cell transplantation in multiple myeloma: A single-centre, qualitative evaluation study Open
View article: The Impact of COVID-19 on Autologous Stem Cell Transplantation in Multiple Myeloma A single-centre service evaluation
The Impact of COVID-19 on Autologous Stem Cell Transplantation in Multiple Myeloma A single-centre service evaluation Open
Autologous stem cell transplantation (ASCT) is standard of care in biologically fit, newly diagnosed multiple myeloma (MM) patients, offering better therapeutic outcomes and improved quality of life (QoL). However, with the UK’s 1st nation…
View article: A qualitative evaluation of participants experiences of living with back pain, lumbar fusion surgery, and post-operative rehabilitation
A qualitative evaluation of participants experiences of living with back pain, lumbar fusion surgery, and post-operative rehabilitation Open
View article: Myeloma patients’ experiences of a supervised physical activity programme: a qualitative study
Myeloma patients’ experiences of a supervised physical activity programme: a qualitative study Open
View article: Adaptation of the PERCEPT myeloma prehabilitation trial to virtual delivery: changes in response to the COVID-19 pandemic
Adaptation of the PERCEPT myeloma prehabilitation trial to virtual delivery: changes in response to the COVID-19 pandemic Open
Introduction and objective Research activity was impacted by the novel COVID-19 pandemic, the PERCEPT myeloma trial was no exception. This pilot randomised trial delivered a face-to-face exercise intervention prior to and during autologous…
View article: Physical Activity During and After Haematological Cancer Treatment: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Haematology Healthcare Professionals in the United Kingdom
Physical Activity During and After Haematological Cancer Treatment: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Haematology Healthcare Professionals in the United Kingdom Open
Beliefs of haematology professionals regarding the role of PA during and after treatment for haematological cancer were generally positive. Those reporting familiarity with guidance were more likely to give advice. Misalignment exists betw…
View article: Multiple myeloma and physical activity
Multiple myeloma and physical activity Open
Objective Physical activity has been shown to improve quality of life in cancer patients with some evidence in multiple myeloma. This study aimed to determine myeloma patients’ exercise levels, their perception of physical activity, and to…
View article: Efficacy of Prehabilitation Including Exercise on Postoperative Outcomes Following Abdominal Cancer Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Efficacy of Prehabilitation Including Exercise on Postoperative Outcomes Following Abdominal Cancer Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
Objectives: This systematic review set out to identify, evaluate and synthesise the evidence examining the effect of prehabilitation including exercise on postoperative outcomes following abdominal cancer surgery. Methods: Five electronic …
View article: Empowering patients in the face of a pandemic-a multidisciplinary remote monitoring clinic for a patient-centred approach in myeloma
Empowering patients in the face of a pandemic-a multidisciplinary remote monitoring clinic for a patient-centred approach in myeloma Open
Myeloma patients who have completed chemotherapy move from an intensive period of interaction with healthcare professionals, to less frequent visits. At this time, they often struggle with disease burden, as well as treatment related toxic…
View article: Multiple Myeloma and Physical Activity
Multiple Myeloma and Physical Activity Open
Objective: With improved survival in multiple myeloma, survivors face the challenge of maintaining their premorbid levels of physical and psychosocial wellbeing. Physical activity (PA) has been shown to improve quality of life (QoL) in can…
View article: Fatigue, quality of life and physical fitness following an exercise intervention in multiple myeloma survivors (MASCOT): an exploratory randomised Phase 2 trial utilising a modified Zelen design
Fatigue, quality of life and physical fitness following an exercise intervention in multiple myeloma survivors (MASCOT): an exploratory randomised Phase 2 trial utilising a modified Zelen design Open
View article: The adapted Zelen was a feasible design to trial exercise in myeloma survivors
The adapted Zelen was a feasible design to trial exercise in myeloma survivors Open
View article: PERCEPT myeloma: a protocol for a pilot randomised controlled trial of exercise prehabilitation before and during autologous stem cell transplantation in patients with multiple myeloma
PERCEPT myeloma: a protocol for a pilot randomised controlled trial of exercise prehabilitation before and during autologous stem cell transplantation in patients with multiple myeloma Open
Introduction Myeloma, a blood cancer originating from plasma cells, is the most common indication for autologous stem cell transplantation (SCT). Patients with myeloma undergoing autologous SCT (ASCT) experience treatment-related morbidity…
View article: Lifestyle in Multiple Myeloma - a longitudinal cohort study protocol
Lifestyle in Multiple Myeloma - a longitudinal cohort study protocol Open
View article: A review of occupational physical activity and sedentary behaviour correlates
A review of occupational physical activity and sedentary behaviour correlates Open
Intervention efforts to increase occupational physical activity and reduce sedentary time may be most effective when targeted at white-collar workers. Research is needed to identify additional modifiable correlates of occupational physical…
View article: Multiple myeloma and physical activity: a scoping review
Multiple myeloma and physical activity: a scoping review Open
Objectives Multiple myeloma is the second most common haematological cancer. A growing body of literature is emerging that investigates the role physical activity plays in all stages of multiple myeloma (prevention and survivorship) and to…