RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT05432297

Preventive Physical Activity Intervention in Head and Neck Cancer

Preventive Randomized Study Regarding Physical Activity Intervention for Patients Receiving Radiotherapy for Head and Neck Cancer: the Effect of Preventive Intervention for Physical Activity, Function and Quality of Life


Sponsor

Sahlgrenska University Hospital

Enrollment

80 participants

Start Date

Jan 2, 2023

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The study includes patients with tumors of the oropharynx, larynx and hypopharynx scheduled to receive radiotherapy with curative intent (+/- chemotherapy). The patients will be randomized into either an intervention group (performing a preventive physical activity protocol before and during radiotherapy) or a control group not performing a specified physical exercise protocol. All patients will be in contact with with a speech language pathologist or a physical therapist weekly during radiotherapy. The study is expected to improve physical function and quality of life during and after oncologic treatment


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing whether a structured exercise program during radiation therapy (with or without chemotherapy) helps patients with head and neck cancer maintain their physical fitness, reduce fatigue, and improve quality of life during and after treatment. **You may be eligible if:** - You have been diagnosed with head and neck cancer (affecting the throat, pharynx, or voice box) - You are receiving radiation therapy aimed at curing your cancer **You may NOT be eligible if:** - You have already had surgery for your head and neck cancer - You have had prior treatment for head and neck cancer - You have a tracheostomy (breathing tube in the neck) - You are unable to participate in physical exercise - You cannot complete a 6-minute walking test - You cannot fill out questionnaires in Swedish - You have a prior neurological or neuromuscular condition Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALPreventive physical exercise

Daily physical activity depending on daily condition


Locations(1)

Sahlgrenska University Hospital

Gothenburg, Sweden

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