Tailored Pre-Surgery workouts could help seniors with cancer recover faster

NCT ID NCT06443138

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

Summary

This pilot study tests a 4-week personalized exercise program for people aged 70 and older who are about to have cancer surgery. Participants follow daily exercises at home using a smartphone app. The goal is to see if this approach improves their physical fitness before the operation, which may lead to fewer complications and a smoother recovery.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

personalized pre-habilitation program via a mobile app

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show that a tailored home exercise program helps elderly cancer patients get stronger before surgery, potentially reducing complications and speeding recovery.

What could go wrong

This is a very small pilot study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The program relies on patients exercising alone at home, which may not work for all.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cancer neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • CHU de Nice

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    Nice, France

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