APA and Relaxation by Biofeedback in Patients With Haematological Malignancy Admitted in ICU

When people have serious blood cancers, especially when they need to be in intensive care, it can be a really tough time. Not only are they coping with their illness, but they might also feel very tired, weak, and worried. Being in a hospital, sometimes alone in a special room, can naturally make anxiety and even sadness worse. This can make it harder for people to do everyday things for themselves and can affect their overall quality of life.

Doctors and nurses are increasingly looking at ways to support patients beyond just medical treatments. This study is exploring how 'adapted physical activity' (which just means exercise tailored to your needs) and relaxation techniques can help. Regular, gentle exercise has been shown to boost both physical strength and mental well-being. It can help maintain muscle strength and fitness that might otherwise be lost when you're unwell and spending a lot of time in bed. Exercise can also help you feel better emotionally, boosting confidence and a sense of achievement. Relaxation techniques are also very good at calming worries.

This research wants to see if combining exercise with other supportive tools can be even more helpful. We're testing three different approaches: a standard exercise programme, exercising using special fun video games (called Exergaming), and exercise combined with something called biofeedback relaxation. Exergaming makes exercise more enjoyable and motivating. Biofeedback is a clever technique where a device helps you become more aware of your body's signals, like your breathing or heart rate. By seeing these signals, you can learn to control them, which can help you relax more deeply. The study aims to find out if these methods can reduce anxiety and help people maintain their strength and independence.