RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06869447

New York Better Breathing Study

Lung Cancer Better Breathing Study

Sponsor

Roswell Park Cancer Institute

Enrollment

100 participants

Start Date

Apr 15, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Stage III Lung Cancer AJCC v8 Stage II Lung Cancer AJCC v8 Localized Lung Carcinoma Stage I Lung Cancer AJCC v8

Summary

This clinical trial evaluates the effects of whether breathing exercises at home can reduce symptoms and help stage I-III lung cancer survivors stay active. Over 70% of lung cancer survivors have trouble breathing, feel tired, and have lower levels of fitness. This is often because their breathing muscles are weaker after surgery. Many survivors find it hard to exercise, which affects their quality of life and overall survival. A training program to strengthen these muscles might reduce breathing problems, lower fatigue, and improve quality of life. Staying active could also help boost the immune system to fight cancer. Respiratory muscle training (RMT) involves a series of breathing and other exercises that are performed to improve the function of the respiratory muscles through resistance and endurance training. Participating in a home-based RMT intervention may reduce symptoms from cancer or treatment in lung cancer survivors.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is looking at whether a structured breathing exercise program (respiratory muscle training) can improve lung function, physical fitness, and quality of life in Black and White lung cancer survivors who have completed their cancer treatment. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 18 years old or older - You self-identify as non-Hispanic Black or White - You were diagnosed with non-metastatic lung cancer within the past 15 months - You have already completed all your cancer treatments (surgery, chemotherapy, and/or radiation) - You are able to read and speak English - You are willing to provide a blood sample at home **You may NOT be eligible if...** - Your cancer is stage IV (metastatic) - You have medical conditions that make breathing exercises unsafe (such as recent blood clot in the lungs, aortic aneurysm, or collapsed lung) - You are already following a structured exercise program or meeting exercise guidelines Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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