Can exercise plus brain training help cancer survivors? small study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT06989463
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study looks at whether adult survivors of childhood cancer will take part in two health programs at the same time. Participants will either do exercise plus cognitive training (brain games) or exercise plus mindfulness practice over 12 weeks. The goal is to see if people find this acceptable and stick with it, not yet to measure health improvements.
What this could mean
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Active substance
exercise, cognitive training, and mindfulness practice
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that combining exercise with brain training or mindfulness is a practical way to help cancer survivors manage thinking problems or emotional distress.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study (20 people) focused on whether people will stick with the program, not on whether it works. It may not lead to clear health benefits or apply to all survivors.
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Locations
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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Memphis, Tennessee, 38105, United States