Exercise and Nutrition for Head and Neck Cancer Patients: A Patient Oriented, Clinic-Supported Randomized Controlled Trial
N/A
18 Years
N/A
18 Years
N/A
Open (Enrolling)
Both
Cancer of Head and Neck
Both
Cancer of Head and Neck
Trial Information
Exercise and Nutrition for Head and Neck Cancer Patients: A Patient Oriented, Clinic-Supported Randomized Controlled Trial
Inclusion Criteria:
- Over 18 Years of Age
- Has received a diagnosis of nasopharyngeal, oropharyngeal or hypopharyngeal cancer
- Will receive radiation as part of treatment plan
- Able to walk without assistance
- Received clearance for exercise from treating oncologist
- Lives in Calgary, Alberta area
- Can speak and write English
- Is interested in participating in the study
Type of Study:
Interventional
Study Design:
Allocation: Randomized, Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment, Masking: Single Blind (Outcomes Assessor), Primary Purpose: Supportive Care
Outcome Measure:
Change from Baseline in Body Composition
Outcome Description:
DXA Scan will be used to assess body composition
Outcome Time Frame:
At baseline (diagnosis), and then at 3, 6, 9 and 12 months post diagnosis
Safety Issue:
No
Principal Investigator
Nicole Culos-Reed, PhD
Investigator Role:
Principal Investigator
Investigator Affiliation:
University of Calgary
Authority:
Canada: Ethics Review Committee
Study ID:
ENHANCE10001991
NCT ID:
NCT01681654
Start Date:
June 2012
Completion Date:
December 2014
Related Keywords:
- Cancer of Head and Neck
- Head/Neck Cancer
- Exercise
- Progressive Strength Training
- Quality of Life
- Cancer
- Randomized Controlled Trial
- Nutrition
- Lifestyle Intervention
- Head and Neck Neoplasms
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