Prehabilitation for older adults having breast cancer surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Cancer, Skin clinical trials.
This trial tests a program of exercise and support before breast cancer surgery to help older patients recover better. It aims to improve strength and overall health so you can get back to your daily life sooner after the operation.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older.
- You have breast cancer and are scheduled for surgery that aims to cure the cancer.
- You can walk, with or without a cane or walker.
- You are able to understand and agree to participate in the program.
- You do not have severe memory or thinking problems that would prevent you from taking part.
- Your surgery is not urgent or an emergency, and you are not bedridden.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This trial tests a home-based exercise and preparation program for people about to have surgery for gastrointestinal cancer. The goal is to help you feel stronger before surgery and possibly recover faster afterward.
This study tests a 'prehabilitation' program — gentle exercise and health support before surgery — to see if it can help older adults feel stronger and less frail before going into a planned operation. It is for people 50+ who are a bit frail but can still walk.
This trial tests whether a program of supervised exercise and full follow-up before and after breast cancer treatment can improve recovery and quality of life for women with early-stage breast cancer.
This study tests whether exercise and support before cancer surgery or radiation can improve recovery. It is for adults with solid tumors, especially breast cancer, who are scheduled for curative treatment.
This trial tests a home-based program to help you get stronger before and after cancer surgery. Using a smartphone app, you'll do simple walking and check-ins to support your recovery.
This trial tests if strength exercises before starting chemotherapy can help postmenopausal women with breast cancer. It aims to improve patients' ability to undergo treatment and surgery.
Hear when a new Breast cancer trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.