How activity level and daily function relate to cancer survival
Part of Cancer, Digestive system, Ear, nose & throat, Hormones & metabolism, Lungs & breathing, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study looks at how physical activity (movement during the day) and a clinician-rated “day-to-day function” score relate to overall survival in people with certain cancers. It may help doctors understand who benefits most from activity-focused care and better monitoring.
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Who can take part
- You have colorectal cancer (any stage I–IV) or it has come back, or you have certain head and neck cancers, or a specific pancreatic situation, or a metastatic/unresectable solid tumor (trial has multiple groups).
- You are able to read, write, and speak English and can give informed consent.
- You can complete study tasks based on your mobility: you should generally be up and about much of the day and able to care for yourself (overall “function” score must be within the allowed range).
- You must follow the group-specific treatment rules (for some groups you must currently be getting radiation; for others you must be scheduled for curative pancreatic surgery).
- You can join from the Houston-area (for some groups) and have the required home contact/technology setup (for the phone/at-home parts).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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