Exercise program aims to boost Well-Being in head and neck cancer patients

NCT ID NCT05256238

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a 12-week supervised exercise program could improve quality of life for 133 head and neck cancer patients undergoing treatment. The program included supervised sessions at the hospital and home exercises. Researchers measured physical and mental functioning up to one year after diagnosis.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: comprehensive supervised exercise program (CSEP)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide a proven way to help head and neck cancer patients feel better physically and mentally during and after treatment.
What could go wrong: This is a completed study, but results may not apply to all patients. Exercise programs require motivation and access, which may limit real-world use.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

head and neck cancer Head and Neck Neoplasms

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

HEAD AND NECK CANCER

Contacts and locations

Locations

University Hospital Leuven

Leuven, 3000, Belgium

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