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Continence, Sexual Function, Fitness and the Health of Men After Surgery for Prostate Cancer
Led by University of Alberta · Updated on 2026-01-30
106
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
122 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
The Continence, Sexual and Metabolic Health (CONTROL 4 LIFE) study will evaluate the recovery of continence, sexual function, and health outcomes in individuals who have undergone surgery for prostate cancer. The purpose of this study is to better understand the timelines of recovery for these outcomes after surgery for prostate cancer. As part of this study, all participants will receive resources offered by Alberta Health Services regarding pre- and post-prostatectomy care, including information on pelvic floor exercises. Through the CONTROL 4 LIFE study, the investigators will also be evaluating outcomes related to physical activity, fitness and quality of life. These assessments will enable the investigators to better understand how well and how long it takes for individuals to recover after surgery for prostate cancer.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Continence, Sexual Function, Fitness and the Health of Men After Surgery for Prostate Cancer
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Have a diagnosis of prostate cancer (stage I to IV)
- Be scheduled for prostatectomy surgery (any surgical approach)
- Have no restrictions for at least mild physical activity confirmed by the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q+)
- Speak and understand English
- Be an adult 18 years of age or older
- For the optional exercise component, be willing and able to commit to the 12-week intervention
You will not qualify if you...
- Have medical conditions that may interfere with continence such as neurological diseases
- Have contraindications to exercise testing or training
- Have had recent changes (within 6 months) to medications aimed at reducing urinary incontinence
- Do not have regular access to the internet and a smart device or computer at home or in a community center
- Are already receiving a pelvic floor exercise program from a pelvic floor physical therapist in the community
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, T6G 2G4
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Research Team
M
Margaret L McNeely
CONTACT
C
Chris Sellar
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
DOUBLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Number of Arms
2
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