Clinical trial for Prehabilitation
Official title Prehabilitation for Ovarian Cancer Patients
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05364879
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study aims to find out if doing exercise before surgery reduces frailty and improves recovery and chemotherapy treatment for women with advanced ovarian cancer.
- Who it's for
- The study is looking for women with advanced ovarian cancer who are frail and scheduled for surgery.
- What's involved
- Participants will follow an exercise program for at least four weeks while waiting for surgery. Researchers will track changes in frailty, surgical recovery, and chemotherapy plans.
- Time commitment
- The exercise program lasts at least four weeks, with follow-up to monitor recovery and treatment outcomes.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older, women only
You may be able to join if
- 18 years or older
- Have a confirmed diagnosis of stage III or IV ovarian cancer
- Scheduled to receive cytoreductive surgery as part of their treatment plan
- Must have a minimum of 4-weeks between the time of study enrollment and scheduled surgery
- Be able to attend in-person and/or virtual exercise sessions
You likely can't join if
- Have already completed surgery
- Unstable cardiac or respiratory disease, injury or any other co-morbid disease that may make it unsafe for participants to exercise
- Significant cognitive impairment (e.g., do not have the capacity to consent, unable to follow exercise instructions)
See the full eligibility criteria
- 18 years or older
- Have a confirmed diagnosis of stage III or IV ovarian cancer
- Scheduled to receive cytoreductive surgery as part of their treatment plan
- Must have a minimum of 4-weeks between the time of study enrollment and scheduled surgery
- Be able to attend in-person and/or virtual exercise sessions
- Be fluent in English
- Have oncologist approval
- Have already completed surgery
- Unstable cardiac or respiratory disease, injury or any other co-morbid disease that may make it unsafe for participants to exercise
- Significant cognitive impairment (e.g., do not have the capacity to consent, unable to follow exercise instructions)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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