Home exercise boosts recovery in elderly cancer patients

NCT ID NCT05448846

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

Summary

This study tests whether a personalized home exercise program can improve physical function and quality of life in people aged 75 and older with colorectal cancer who are having surgery. Participants receive weekly phone coaching on strength, balance, and breathing exercises from diagnosis to 3 months after surgery. The goal is to see if they recover faster and feel better compared to those who get usual care alone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

colorectal cancer colorectal neoplasm Motor Activity neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hospital general Universitario Gregorio Marañón

    Madrid, Madrid, 28007, Spain