Massage therapy tested as fatigue fix for prostate cancer survivors
NCT ID NCT05067777
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This phase II trial tested whether Swedish massage can reduce fatigue in men who have had radiation for prostate cancer. The study enrolled 28 men aged 45 and older who reported significant fatigue. Researchers measured fatigue levels and inflammatory markers before and after massage sessions. The trial was terminated early, so the findings are limited.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Swedish massage therapy
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a drug-free way to ease cancer-related fatigue.
What could go wrong
The trial was terminated early and had only 28 participants, so results are limited. Fatigue is subjective and may not improve for everyone.
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Locations
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Huntsman Cancer Institute/University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84112, United States