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NCT03498157 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
IMpact of PRehabilitation in Oncology Via Exercise - Breast Cancer
A NA study, sponsored by Milton S. Hershey Medical Center.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 32
- Enrollment target
NCT03498157: Completed NA study, sponsored by Milton S. Hershey Medical Center.
NCT03498157 is a NA study that has completed, run by Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. The registered enrollment target is 32 participants, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (98% lower). According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT03498157, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by Milton S. Hershey Medical Center.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 32 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
The purpose of this study is to determine whether patients are able to participate in a so called prehabilitation program (prior to the beginning of cancer treatment) which includes (1) a supervised and home-based exercise program plus one educational session or (2) just home-based exercise plus one educational session or (3) just one educational session. Breast cancer surgery may have potential for several side effects, including functional (e.g. flexibility in the affected arm, lymphedema \[swelling that generally occurs in the arms or legs that occurs as a result of the removal of or damage to lymph nodes as a part of cancer treatment\], shoulder pain) and psychosocial (e.g. reduced quality of life, increased fatigue) aspects. Evidence shows that exercise is considered to be an effective treatment approach in breast cancer patients during and after treatment with regard to the above mentioned side-effects. Also, prehabilitative exercise in colon and lung cancer patients was shown as feasible and effective. However, no experience exits with regard to prehabilitation exercise in breast cancer patients.
Primary Outcome
Within the questionnaire we will assess whether musculoskeletal occur (yes/no; ongoing; location; severity (mild-life threatening); daily activities affected). The intervention will be considered as safe if less than 25% of included patients report mild musculoskeletal impairments and less than 5% experienced musculoskeletal injuries (defined as symptoms lasting a week or longer and or requiring the attention of a medical professional).
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Exercise
- BEHAVIORAL Prehabilitation Education
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 32 participants |
| Start Date | 2017-10-15 |
| Est. Completion | 2019-07-01 |
| Phase | NA |
What the finished NCT03498157 record still lists
NCT03498157 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 32 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (98% lower).
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 2 interventions - of which Exercise is the first listed.
NCT03498157 does not publish any study locations in the registry export this page uses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT03498157 about?
NCT03498157 is a clinical study titled "IMpact of PRehabilitation in Oncology Via Exercise - Breast Cancer". The purpose of this study is to determine whether patients are able to participate in a so called prehabilitation program (prior to the beginning of cancer treatment) which includes (1) a supervised and home-based exercise program plus one educational session or (2) just home-based exercise plus one...
What is the current status of trial NCT03498157?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 32 participants. The study started on 2017-10-15. Estimated completion is 2019-07-01.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT03498157?
The interventions under investigation include: Exercise (BEHAVIORAL), Prehabilitation Education (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03498157?
This trial is sponsored by Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, which has 396 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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How this trial's enrollment target compares
Where NCT03498157's enrollment target sits among peer trials
32 1578th of 2000 higher than 409 of 2,000 other NA trials
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Source ClinicalTrials.gov registry export · 2026-08-08
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