Cancer Survivorship study: Latin Dance
Official title Effects of Latin Dancing on Sleep Quality in Hispanic Cancer Survivors
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06844981
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to find out if a Latin dance program is doable and liked by Hispanic cancer survivors and if it can improve their sleep quality. It also looks at whether the dance might help with other side effects like fatigue and distress.
- Who it's for
- Hispanic adults who have survived cancer and are experiencing sleep problems
- What's involved
- Participants will take part in a Latin dance program instead of usual care. They will attend dance sessions, have sleep and health questionnaires, and may have other tests to track side effects.
- Time commitment
- The program lasts several weeks, with regular dance sessions and follow‑up visits to complete questionnaires and assessments.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
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
You may be able to join if
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Self-identify as Hispanic and/or Latino(a)
- Have a confirmed diagnosis of a solid tumor or hematologic malignancy
- Must have completed primary cancer treatment 3+ months prior to enrollment (e.g., chemotherapy, surgery, and/or radiation therapy but may be on...
- Have sleep disturbance (indicated by a response of 3 or more on the MD Anderson Symptom Inventory sleep question by using an 11-point scale anchored...
You likely can't join if
- Current regular Latin dancing practice within the past year (2-3 times a week over a period of two months that is not interrupted).
- Inability to speak and read English or Spanish proficiently
- Inability to understand informed consent
- Medical conditions that can cause sleep impairment: sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, shift work
- Regular use of a walker or wheelchair
- Healing or unhealed fractures
See the full eligibility criteria
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Self-identify as Hispanic and/or Latino(a)
- Have a confirmed diagnosis of a solid tumor or hematologic malignancy
- Must have completed primary cancer treatment 3+ months prior to enrollment (e.g., chemotherapy, surgery, and/or radiation therapy but may be on hormonal therapy and/or immunotherapy or other long-term therapies)
- Have sleep disturbance (indicated by a response of 3 or more on the MD Anderson Symptom Inventory sleep question by using an 11-point scale anchored by 0 [no sleep disturbance] and 10 [worst possible sleep disturbance]
- Be able to read and understand English and/or Spanish
- Physically Inactive (\<150 minutes of vigorous exercise/week within the past 3 months)
- Current regular Latin dancing practice within the past year (2-3 times a week over a period of two months that is not interrupted).
- Inability to speak and read English or Spanish proficiently
- Inability to understand informed consent
- Medical conditions that can cause sleep impairment: sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, shift work
- Regular use of a walker or wheelchair
- Healing or unhealed fractures
- Heart failure
- Life expectancy \<12 months
- Unwilling to be assigned by chance to study arms and/or commit to 8 weeks of classes and a follow-up assessment
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States
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 all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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