Objective:

To map the landscape of digital health interventions (DHIs) for managing cancer-related fatigue (CRF) in individuals with a history of cancer, summarizing key characteristics of DHI modalities, CRF assessment methods, and reported CRF outcomes.

Approach:

• Study Design: A scoping review was conducted to analyze studies on physical activity DHIs targeting CRF in cancer survivors, adhering to JBI guidelines and reported according to PRISMA-ScR guidelines.
• Eligibility Criteria: Included studies were experimental designs with control groups, using digital delivery methods for physical activity interventions, reporting fatigue as an outcome, and published in English.

Key Findings:

• CRF affects 43% of individuals with a cancer history, with 71% experiencing mild CRF.
• Exercise is recommended as a primary nonpharmacological intervention for alleviating CRF.
• Digital health interventions can provide scalable and accessible alternatives for promoting physical activity among cancer survivors.

Interpretation:

The review highlights the need for further research on the specific components of digital physical activity interventions that effectively reduce CRF across diverse cancer populations.

Limitations:

• Existing reviews have focused on physical activity without examining its effects on CRF.
• Previous studies have been limited to specific cancer types, affecting generalizability.
• High heterogeneity in digital platforms, exercise protocols, and fatigue assessment tools complicates the synthesis of evidence.

Conclusion:

This scoping review aims to identify knowledge gaps for future research on digital health interventions for managing cancer-related fatigue.

Sources:

• JBI Manual for Evidence Synthesis
• PRISMA-ScR Guidelines