Physical activity program for kids during cancer treatment
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a structured physical activity program can help children and teens feel better and stay active during cancer treatment or shortly after. It involves the child and a parent/caregiver for safety during sessions.
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Who can take part
- Your child or teen is 5 to 18 years old, and a parent/caregiver is also enrolled
- The child has been diagnosed with a cancer (oncology) or blood-related cancer (hematology) condition
- The child is currently in treatment, planned to start treatment, or finished treatment less than 3 months ago
- The healthcare team must think the child can safely take part in physical activity
- A parent/caregiver must be able to understand and speak verbal English and be present during the physical activity sessions
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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