Effects of Flexi Band Resistance Training Versus Different Electromyostimulation Exercise Programs in Patients With the Diagnosis of Malignant Diseases

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the effects of a 12-week flexi band resistance training program compared to various whole-body electromyostimulation (WB-EMS) exercise programs in patients with malignant diseases undergoing curative or palliative anti-cancer treatment. The study focuses on outcomes such as muscle strength, body composition including muscle mass, cardiorespiratory fitness, inflammation, and patient-reported outcomes like quality of life, fatigue, and performance status. Participants are randomly assigned to one of four groups: low-threshold WB-EMS combined with nutritional therapy, WB-EMS combined with nutritional therapy, free WB-EMS using a mobile system combined with nutritional therapy, or flexi band resistance training combined with nutritional therapy. Each intervention lasts 12 weeks, with patients performing two sessions per week of approximately 20 minutes each, including simple exercises guided by video tutorials. Nutritional therapy involves individualized, protein-rich counseling targeting a protein intake of 1.2 to 1.5 grams per kilogram of body weight per day. During the study, participants will be assessed for muscle strength, muscle mass, fat mass, total body water, cardiorespiratory fitness, inflammation status, and various patient-reported measures such as performance status, quality of life, fatigue, and physical activity. Objective physical activity and cardiometabolic risk profiles will also be monitored at 12 weeks. The study includes regular evaluations to track adherence and safety over the intervention period.

Flexi Band Resistance Training Versus EMS Exercise in Patients With the Diagnosis of Malignant Diseases