Gentle exercise (Baduanjin) for people with colorectal cancer and an ostomy
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests a special type of gentle exercise (called Baduanjin) designed for people with colorectal cancer who have an ostomy. The goal is to see if this exercise can improve your recovery and quality of life after surgery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have colorectal cancer and currently use an ostomy bag (a pouch on your belly to collect stool).
- Your ostomy has been in place for more than one month.
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You are able to understand and follow instructions, and you can move your arms and legs well.
- You have not done Tai Chi, Baduanjin, or other qigong exercises in the past 3 months.
- You do not have severe heart, lung, liver, or kidney problems, and you do not have any drainage tubes or a PICC line.
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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