Status:
COMPLETED
Exercise Training and Behavioral Modification for the Improvement of Physical Activity in Head and Neck Cancer Patients Undergoing Cancer Treatment
Lead Sponsor:
Thomas Jefferson University
Conditions:
Head and Neck Carcinoma
Hypopharyngeal Carcinoma
Eligibility:
All Genders
18+ years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
This clinical trial evaluates the tolerability of a physical activity program in head and neck cancer patients who are undergoing cancer treatment. The goal of this trial is to give patients exercises...
Detailed Description
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: I. To compare the changes in physical activity between the control and intervention groups of patients with head and neck or lung cancer at 6-weeks and 12-weeks, compared to baseli...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Diagnosed with head and neck cancer including cancers of the sinuses, oral cavity, oropharynx, hypopharynx, or larynx (all stages); therapeutically eligible to receive at least three months of immunotherapy
- Medically cleared by oncologist to engage in aerobic and resistance exercise intervention
- 18 years of age or older
- Access to a smartphone and have an active wi-fi connection at home
- Able to read and/or to speak English
- Able to comprehend and sign a written informed consent (no cognitive decline)
- Women of reproductive potential must have a negative serum or urine pregnancy test within the week prior to starting therapy
Exclusion
- Severe or unstable cardiopulmonary, metabolic, or renal disease as determined by the referring oncologist
- Unable to walk safely without physical assistance of another person
- Any condition that may limit the ability to comply with behavioral recommendations of the program
- Pregnant or planning a pregnancy
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
March 28 2021
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
June 29 2023
Estimated Enrollment :
12 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT04788264
Start Date
March 28 2021
End Date
June 29 2023
Last Update
May 22 2025
Active Locations (1)
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Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19107