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
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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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CHU de Nice
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