PrehabPal Digital Tool for Surgery Preparation in Colorectal Cancer
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial is testing the PrehabPal web app to see if it better helps people aged 65 and older prepare for colon cancer surgery. The app offers personalized exercise plans and coaching to improve their readiness and recovery. Prehabilitation has experienced significant growth in the field of colon cancer treatment for elderly patients.
Do I have to stop taking my current medications for the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial team or your doctor.
Is the PrehabPal Digital Tool for Surgery Preparation in Colorectal Cancer safe for humans?
How is the PrehabPal treatment different from other treatments for colorectal cancer?
PrehabPal is unique because it is a digital tool designed to help patients prepare for colorectal cancer surgery by improving their physical and psychological resilience through a personalized prehabilitation program. Unlike traditional treatments, it combines home-based exercises with tele-monitoring to enhance patient engagement and adherence, potentially reducing postoperative complications and hospital stay.23456
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment PrehabPal for surgery preparation in colorectal cancer?
Research shows that prehabilitation, which includes exercise, nutrition, and psychological support, can improve recovery after major surgery by reducing hospital stay and complications. Patients who underwent prehabilitation had better physical and mental health outcomes and fewer post-surgery complications compared to those who did not.34578
Who Is on the Research Team?
Emily Finlayson, MD, MS, FACS
Principal Investigator
University of California, San Francisco
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for individuals aged 65 or older who are preparing for colorectal cancer surgery and have at least a week before their operation. They must be able to understand English, provide consent, and have internet access. Those with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, surgeries within 7 days, or conditions that risk safety/data quality cannot participate.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Prehabilitation
Participants engage in prehabilitation activities using either the PrehabPal web app or written instructions, focusing on exercise, nutrition, anxiety reduction, home preparation, and advanced care planning.
Surgery
Participants undergo colorectal cancer surgery.
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for surgical outcomes, functional recovery, and adverse events.
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- PrehabPal
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of California, San Francisco
Lead Sponsor
Emerson Collective
Collaborator