Exercise before treatment for esophageal cancer
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a personalized exercise program before standard treatment (chemoradiation and surgery) can help people with esophageal cancer feel stronger and recover better. If you are scheduled for this treatment and are not already doing regular strength training, you may be able to join.
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Who can take part
- You have esophageal cancer that is still in your chest area (not spread to other organs).
- You are able to carry out normal daily activities with some help (ECOG score 0-2).
- Your treatment plan includes chemotherapy and radiation before surgery.
- You are not currently doing strength training twice a week targeting all major muscles.
- You have no unstable heart or lung condition, and no recent injury that would make resistance training unsafe.
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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