Exercise training for men starting hormone therapy for prostate cancer
Part of Cancer, Kidney & urinary clinical trials.
This study tests whether a supervised exercise program can help manage side effects like fatigue and muscle loss when starting hormone therapy for prostate cancer. Participation may improve your quality of life during treatment.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with prostate cancer (confirmed by biopsy).
- You have not had hormone therapy in the last 12 months.
- You are about to start hormone therapy (GnRH agonist/antagonist or surgery to remove testicles) for at least 6 months.
- You are also planning to start radiation therapy to the prostate.
- You are able to do light physical activity and have no health conditions that prevent exercise (like severe arthritis or a recent stroke).
- You are 18 years or older, speak English, and can give written consent.
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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