Step up against cancer: study links daily walks to better treatment outcomes
NCT ID NCT06668402
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated Jun 07, 2026 · Updated 19 times
Summary
This study looked at whether being more physically active, measured by daily steps, helps rectal cancer patients respond better to chemotherapy and radiation before surgery. About 120 participants wore smartwatches to track their steps, heart rate, and sleep. The goal was to see if higher step counts led to a higher chance of having no cancer left at the time of surgery. The results could help create exercise guidelines for cancer patients.
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Locations
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Etlik City Hospital
Ankara, Yenimahalle, 06170, Turkey (Türkiye)
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Gazi University
Ankara, Yenimahalle, 06560, Turkey (Türkiye)
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