Exercise before chemo for several cancers
Part of Cancer, Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests a prehab program for older adults with certain cancers before they begin chemotherapy. The program may help you feel stronger and handle treatment better.
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Who can take part
- You are age 65 or older.
- You have advanced ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer, or pancreatic cancer, esophageal cancer, or bladder cancer.
- You are scheduled to receive chemotherapy before surgery (neoadjuvant chemotherapy).
- You are able to walk and move around independently (not wheelchair-bound).
- You do not have severe heart or lung disease (NYHA class III or IV).
Quick eligibility check
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