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Simple habit hacks may help cancer survivors break free from too much sitting

NCT ID NCT07694479

Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Toronto Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether an 8-week habit-based program can help cancer survivors reduce the time they spend sitting or lying down during the day. Participants receive weekly tips, check-in sessions, and a Fitbit to encourage more movement. The goal is to see if the program is practical and acceptable, and whether it leads to less sedentary behavior, better physical strength, and improved quality of life.

What this could mean

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Active substance
habit-based behavioural intervention with weekly tips, check-ins, and a Fitbit
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could offer a simple, low-cost way for cancer survivors to reduce sedentary time and improve their health and well-being.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to all cancer survivors. The program relies on self-motivation and may not work for everyone.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 30 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Dec 2025

Expected to finish

Sep 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years of age or older * have been diagnosed with localized or asymptomatic metastatic cancer of any type * completed primary cancer treatment * self-report being sedentary for more than or equal to 8 hours per day * access to the internet and a device with a webcam * able to complete the study in English Exclusion Criteria: * presence of other primary or recurrent invasive cancer * having experienced a fall in the last 12 months * not residing in Canada * participating in other behaviour change interventions * using a gait aid device

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Conditions

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cancer neoplasm

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Cancer Sedentary behaviour

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Toronto - Athletic Centre

    RECRUITING

    Toronto, Ontario, M5S 2W6, Canada

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