Motivational Intervention for Cancer Survivors
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to help cancer survivors become more active by testing a motivational program. Participants will receive a brief motivational intervention to encourage exercise, using tools like motivational interviews, a Fitbit for step tracking, and personalized action plans. Two groups will participate: one receives the motivational program immediately, while the other waits for three months while using a Fitbit. The trial is ideal for cancer survivors who have completed treatment, are part of the World Trade Center Health Program, and can walk at least slowly. As an unphased trial, this study offers a unique opportunity for participants to enhance their well-being through increased physical activity.
Do I have to stop taking my current medications for the trial?
The trial information does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications. However, it excludes those receiving active cancer treatment, except for hormonal therapy, so you may need to discuss your specific medications with the trial team.
What prior data suggests that this motivational intervention is safe for cancer survivors?
Research has shown that motivational interviewing (MI), a key component of the brief motivational intervention, is generally easy for people to handle. Studies have found that MI can help cancer survivors become more active and feel less tired, without causing major side effects. This method has been safely used in similar situations, such as encouraging more people to get cancer screenings. By focusing on positive behavior changes and using tools like mobile health monitoring, this approach is considered safe for participants. No reports of serious negative effects have been linked to this method.12345
Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the Motivational Intervention for cancer survivors because it takes a unique approach by integrating psychological strategies with technology. Unlike typical physical activity programs that may not actively engage the participants' mindset, this intervention uses motivational interviewing to foster a positive attitude towards exercise. It also includes mobile health monitoring with Fitbits, encouraging participants to track their progress in real-time. Additionally, the intervention emphasizes personalized action planning, helping individuals design a physical activity routine that suits their lifestyle and capabilities. This comprehensive method aims to empower cancer survivors to improve their physical activity levels in a sustainable and meaningful way.
What evidence suggests that this motivational intervention is effective for increasing physical activity in cancer survivors?
This trial will compare a Brief Motivational Intervention with a Wait List Control for cancer survivors. Research has shown that short motivational programs, like the one participants in the intervention arm will receive, can help cancer survivors become more active. These programs often use motivational interviewing to foster a positive attitude towards exercise and are paired with tools like Fitbits to track daily activity and inspire more movement. Evidence suggests that these programs can also reduce cancer-related tiredness and improve overall well-being. Overall, these methods have successfully encouraged cancer survivors to be more active, leading to better health outcomes.12346
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for cancer survivors who have finished treatment, can engage in physical activity like slow walking, and are part of the World Trade Center Health Program. It's not for those unable to attend visits, pregnant women, patients unsafe to exercise without a doctor present, anyone still receiving active cancer treatments (except hormonal therapy), late-stage cancer patients, or non-English speakers.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Motivational Intervention
Participants receive a 3-component motivational intervention including motivational interviewing, mobile health monitoring, and action planning
Wait List Control
Control group receives a Fitbit and advice to continue normal physical activity, followed by the motivational intervention after 3 months
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in physical activity, quality of life, sleep, fatigue, and physical functioning
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Brief Motivational Intervention
Trial Overview
The study tests a brief motivational intervention aimed at increasing physical activity among cancer survivors from the World Trade Center Health Program. The effectiveness of this approach will be evaluated through participants' engagement with the program.
How Is the Trial Designed?
2
Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Motivational Intervention: The intervention group will receive a 3-component motivational intervention based on the Theory of Planned Behavior in addition to an enhanced standard of care. The components of the intervention include motivational interviewing (MI); mobile health monitoring; and action planning. At the initial visit, following baseline data collection, the clinician will use MI to build a positive attitude towards physical activity (PA). Next, they will discuss why and how to use Fitbit to monitor steps per day. The last component of the intervention includes action planning to design a PA program that fits their abilities and lifestyle. Following the in-person baseline visit, participants will be called approximately every 2 weeks during the 3-month intervention period. During these calls, the action plan will be reviewed and updated, and their step count reviewed.
Wait List Control: The control group will receive a Fitbit and advice to continue their normal physical activity. At the end of 3 months, the wait-list control group will be seen in the clinic for the motivational intervention which will be the same as the intervention group. They will return to the clinic at the end of the study (6 months) for final data collection. Participants in the wait list control group will use the Fitbit for the full 6 months of the study, during the 3 month waiting period and the 3 month intervention.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Stony Brook University
Lead Sponsor
Citations
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