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

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

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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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

childhood malignant neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

    Memphis, Tennessee, 38105, United States