Aerobic Exercise for Breast Cancer
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial staff or your doctor.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Aerobic Training, Aerobic Exercise, Cardiovascular Exercise, Physical Activity Therapy, Educational Information, Supervised Home Based Training for breast cancer?
Research shows that aerobic exercise can help breast cancer patients improve their physical function, reduce side effects of chemotherapy, and enhance their quality of life. It has been found to improve upper limb function and cardiopulmonary health, making it a beneficial part of rehabilitation after breast cancer treatment.12345
Is aerobic exercise safe for breast cancer patients?
How does aerobic exercise treatment differ from other treatments for breast cancer?
What is the purpose of this trial?
The purpose of this study is to compare the effects of aerobic exercise training during and after chemotherapy for women who have recently been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer.The participant will be instructed to self-report the session information to ExOnc staff at or before their next scheduled visit. If the participant's next scheduled visit is greater than 72 hours following an unsupervised session, ExOnc staff may reach out to the participant to retrieve the session information. Unsupervised session details will be source documented by ExOnc staff.
Research Team
Jessica Scott, PhD
Principal Investigator
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for women aged 21-80 with early-stage operable breast cancer scheduled for chemotherapy, not doing more than 150 minutes of moderate to strenuous exercise weekly. They must pass a baseline exercise test without high-risk heart issues and can't be pregnant or planning pregnancy during the study. Those with other active cancers, metastatic disease, certain heart/lung conditions, mental impairments, or treated malignancies within 3 years (except skin cancer) are excluded.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Chemotherapy
Participants undergo chemotherapy treatment, during which aerobic training sessions are conducted
Aerobic Training After Chemotherapy
Participants complete aerobic training sessions after the completion of chemotherapy
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in VO2 peak, quality of life, and other health metrics
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Aerobic Training
- Educational Information
- Supervised Home Based Training
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Lead Sponsor