Exercise program aims to get head and neck cancer patients off the couch

NCT ID NCT06184880

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier de Valence Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a structured physical activity program can reduce how much time head and neck cancer patients spend sitting or lying down. Researchers will track 96 patients over 18 months, measuring their movement, quality of life, and fatigue. Half the patients will follow the exercise program, while the other half will receive standard care.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: physical activity program
What this could lead to: If it works, this could show that a structured exercise program helps head and neck cancer patients become less sedentary and feel better during recovery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, single-center study with 96 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The program requires internet access and motivation, which may limit participation.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

head and neck cancer Head and Neck Neoplasms Motor Activity upper aerodigestive tract neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HEAD AND NECK CANCER UPPER AERODIGESTIVE TRACT CANCER

Contacts and locations

Locations

Ch Valence
RECRUITING

Valence, 26000, France

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