Walking and resistance bands show promise for breast cancer recovery
NCT ID NCT07338903
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a 12-week home-based program of walking and resistance band exercises could improve physical fitness, fatigue, and quality of life for 36 breast cancer patients in Indonesia. Participants used pedometers and resistance bands at home, with weekly phone check-ins and hospital visits every four weeks. The goal was to see if this approach is feasible and beneficial in a real-world setting.
What this could mean
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Active substance
home-based aerobic (walking) and resistance training (therapeutic bands)
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could offer a simple, low-cost way to improve physical fitness and reduce fatigue for breast cancer survivors in Indonesia.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study with only 36 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The exercise program relies on self-motivation and may be hard to maintain long-term.
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Locations
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Dr. Sardjito General Hospital
Sleman, Yogyakarta Special Region, 55284, Indonesia