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Diet and Physical Activity for Prostate Cancer
Study Summary
This trial looks at whether a diet and exercise intervention can improve blood measures of lipids and insulin resistance in prostate cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy and androgen deprivation therapy.
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Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Trial Design
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- I am between 40 and 70 years old.You have poorly controlled Type 2 Diabetes (HbA1c of 10 or higher in the past year) or have had a heart attack or stroke in the last six months.I am receiving hormone therapy and radiation for my cancer.My cancer has spread to other parts of my body.My prostate cancer is confirmed and considered intermediate or high risk.You cannot be currently enrolled in a commercial or structured diet or fitness program.Your doctor has confirmed that you have problems with memory, thinking or have a history of alcohol or narcotic abuse.You are able to participate in physical exercise.
- Group 1: Group I (diet, physical activity)
- Group 2: Group II (standard lifestyle recommendations)
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current size of this medical study's participant pool?
"Correct. The information on clinicaltrials.gov attests to this trial's ongoing recruitment efforts, which began November 4th 2021 and were recently updated August 3rd 2022. This study requires 20 individuals from two distinct sites."
Am I able to participate in this scientific investigation?
"This research project is enrolling 20 individuals aged 40-70 who have been diagnosed with localized prostate carcinoma. Applicants must meet the following prerequisites: primary treatment of RT + ADT [Zoladex, Lupron, Degarelix and other luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone (LHRH) directed therapies], standard radiation dose and fractionation rules applied (no anti-androgen monotherapy), physically capable of commencing an exercise regimen."
Are there openings available for potential participants of this research?
"Affirmative. According to clinicaltrials.gov, this medical trial has been recruiting since November 4th 2021 and was last updated on August 3rd 2022. The study requires the recruitment of 20 patients from 2 different locations."
Is there an age cap for enrolment in the trial?
"Per the study's admission criteria, only individuals between 40 and 70 years old are eligible to participate."
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