Fitness Tracker for Prostate Cancer Survivors
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
This clinical trial studies how well the InBody Band 3 fitness tracker works to improve physical activity, body composition, and quality of life in Black prostate cancer survivors. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men and Black men are more likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer in an advanced stage. Body composition is associated with disease progression, treatment response, and survival in cancer patients. Reducing stress and maintaining healthy levels of physical activity and sleep are important for a healthy body and improving outcomes, however, there is currently little evidence available on the physical activity, stress levels and sleep patterns in this population. Wearable health activity trackers and smart watches are tools that can be used to track physical activity, stress, sleep and body composition and have been shown to have a positive impact in many patient populations. The InBody Band 3 may be an effective method to improve physical activity, body composition and quality of life in Black prostate cancer survivors.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. However, you cannot be undergoing certain cancer therapies like chemotherapy or radiation during the study, except for specific oral or hormonal treatments.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment InBody Band 3 Fitness Tracker for prostate cancer survivors?
Research shows that fitness trackers like the Fitbit are comfortable and easy to use for prostate cancer survivors, and they find value in sharing the data with their healthcare team. Additionally, wearable devices have been shown to improve physical activity and health outcomes in cancer survivors, suggesting potential benefits for prostate cancer survivors using similar devices.12345
Is the InBody Band 3 Fitness Tracker safe for prostate cancer survivors?
How does the InBody Band 3 Fitness Tracker treatment differ from other treatments for prostate cancer survivors?
The InBody Band 3 Fitness Tracker is unique because it focuses on promoting physical activity through a wearable device, which can be easily integrated into daily life and clinical care. Unlike traditional treatments that may involve medication or surgery, this approach encourages lifestyle changes and provides real-time feedback to help prostate cancer survivors improve their health and quality of life.17101112
Research Team
Emma Fortune Ngufor, PhD
Principal Investigator
Mayo Clinic in Rochester
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for Black prostate cancer survivors to see if the InBody Band 3 fitness tracker can help improve their physical activity, body composition, and quality of life. Participants should be willing to use the device and share data on their activity levels, stress, sleep patterns, and body composition.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants wear the InBody Band 3 fitness tracker continuously and participate in weekly check-in/goal-setting discussions
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in acceptability and adherence rates
Treatment Details
Interventions
- InBody Band 3 Fitness Tracker
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Mayo Clinic
Lead Sponsor