Exercise program aims to boost strength and quality of life in advanced breast cancer

NCT ID NCT07521826

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: State University of Londrina Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether a supervised exercise program combining resistance training and walking can improve physical function, fitness, and quality of life in women with stage IV breast cancer. 78 women currently on medical treatment will be randomly assigned to either the exercise group or a control group. The program includes warm-up, strength exercises, and aerobic walking, with progress tailored to each participant's ability.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: combined exercise training program (resistance and aerobic exercises)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could show that structured exercise helps women with metastatic breast cancer maintain physical function and improve quality of life.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial (78 participants) testing a non-drug intervention, so results may not apply broadly. Exercise may be difficult for some participants due to disease or treatment side effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

breast carcinoma cancer metastatic neoplasm muscular atrophy neoplasm Neoplasm Metastasis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CANCER METASTASES

Contacts and locations

Locations

Universidade Estadual de Londrina, Londrina

Londrina, Paraná, 86047-597, Brazil

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