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Can exercise during cancer treatment keep patients stronger?

NCT ID NCT06323707

NEW Symptom relief Sponsor: McMaster University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Oct 16, 2026 · Last updated Oct 16, 2026

Summary

Researchers at McMaster University are testing whether a structured exercise and education program helps people with cancer stay physically active during treatment. The trial enrolls 129 adults receiving cancer treatment of any type or stage. Participants join one of three groups: supervised exercise sessions plus self-management education, self-management education alone, or usual care. The study measures physical activity levels and quality of life to see which approach works best.

What this could mean

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Active substance
a program of supervised moderate-intensity exercise plus self-management education
What this could lead to
If it works, cancer centers could offer structured exercise and education as standard support during treatment, helping patients stay active and feel better.
What could go wrong
This is a mid-stage trial with 129 participants, so results may not hold up in larger or more diverse groups. Some patients may find it hard to attend sessions during treatment, and exercise carries risks for people with certain health conditions.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Phase

Phase 2

Tests whether the treatment actually works, and watches for side effects, in a larger group.

Participants

About 129 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Mar 2024

Expected to finish

Mar 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. adults with a cancer diagnosis (any type or stage) 2. individuals are currently receiving treatment for cancer 3. individuals have been cleared for exercise by their oncology care team Exclusion Criteria: 1\) Self-report any chronic condition, cognitive impairment, or injury that would prevent them from participating in moderate intensity exercise

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cancer neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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Cancer

How to take part

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  1. The places running it

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Joseph Brant Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Burlington, Ontario, L7S 0A2, Canada

  • Juravinski Cancer Centre

    RECRUITING

    Hamilton, Ontario, L8V 5C2, Canada

  • Walker Family Cancer Centre

    RECRUITING

    St. Catharines, Ontario, L2S 0A9, Canada

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