Comparing lying down versus sitting for radiation therapy
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This study looks at two different body positions (lying on your back versus sitting upright) during radiation therapy to see if one is easier or better for patients. If you are already getting radiation, joining may help improve comfort and treatment accuracy.
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Who can take part
- You or your child must be 3 years of age or older.
- You must be scheduled to receive radiation therapy as part of your standard cancer care.
- You or your child must be well enough to be out of bed for at least part of the day (Karnofsky or Lansky score of at least 40).
- You or your child must be able to understand spoken English (or have help from someone who can translate).
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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