Telerehabilitation and Lymphoma Patients

Effect of the Physical Exercise Training Using Telerehabilitation Among Lymphoma Patients: A Pilot Study

This study aims to examine the feasibility and effect of a home-based short-term telerehabilitation exercise intervention using heart rate monitor and internet platform in patients with lymphoma.

Fifteen lymphoma cancer patients post-treatment (except adjuvant treatment) will be enrolled in the study. Cardiorespiratory fitness (peak oxygen consumption), adverse events, body composition and adherence to exercise prescription will be evaluated at baseline, 12-week, and year after enrollment.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Lymphoma patients post-treatment (except ongoing adjuvant treatment)
• Post-treatment period not exceeding 3 months
• Internet connection at home
• Literacy with information and communication technology
• Patients who agreed with informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Inability to perform a cardiopulmonary exercise test
• Psychological severe or cognitive disorders
• Contraindications for cardiopulmonary exercise testing
• Other exercise limitations (musculoskeletal disorders)
• Planned intervention or operation
• Participants who are enrolled in or participate in other rehabilitation program
• Participants who plan to be or are included in other studies