Do cancer doctors know enough about exercise? new survey reveals gaps

NCT ID NCT06981143

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study surveyed 606 Greek cancer specialists and residents to understand what they know and think about physical activity for cancer patients. Using a validated questionnaire, researchers measured doctors' knowledge, attitudes, skills, and behaviors regarding exercise counseling. The goal is to identify barriers and facilitators so that future training can help oncologists better support their patients' fitness needs.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help design better training for oncologists to counsel cancer patients on exercise.

What could go wrong

This is a completed survey study, not a treatment trial. It only measures opinions, not patient outcomes, and may not apply outside Greece.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Motor Activity

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Department of Physical Education and Sports Science, University of Thessaly

    Trikala, Thessaly, 42100, Greece