Can simple resistance bands or muscle stimulation help cancer patients stay strong?
NCT ID NCT04067167
First seen Jan 21, 2026 · Last updated May 25, 2026 · Updated 18 times
Summary
This study looks at two different exercise programs—flexi band resistance training and whole-body electrical muscle stimulation—to see which better helps cancer patients maintain muscle strength, reduce inflammation, and improve quality of life during treatment. About 100 adults with various cancers will participate in a 12-week program. The goal is to find a safe, effective way to ease the side effects of cancer therapy.
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Department of Medicine 1, Hector-Center for Nutrition, Exercise and Sports
RECRUITINGErlangen, 91054, Germany
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