Prehab for Lung and Esophageal Cancer: Optimizing Well-being for Better Outcomes

Status: Recruiting
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Intervention Type: Behavioral
Study Type: Interventional
Study Phase: Not Applicable
SUMMARY

Research indicates that individuals diagnosed with lung or esophageal cancer who enter treatment with higher functional capacities, improved body composition, and better nutrition status tend to experience better outcomes and a higher quality of life. The primary objective of a prehabilitation health coaching program is to enhance the overall health and well-being of patients before they undergo major surgery.This personalized 8-week program encompasses elements such as nutrition, smoking cessation, sleep hygiene, and movement, equipping participants with the knowledge and tools needed to adopt healthier lifestyles.

Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
Minimum Age: 18
Healthy Volunteers: f
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• Diagnosed with lung or esophageal cancer

• Scheduled to receive surgical intervention in minimum 2-weeks

• Surgeon approval

• Able to read and write in English

• \>18 years of age

Locations
Other Locations
Canada
Victoria General Hospital
RECRUITING
Halifax
Time Frame
Start Date: 2024-06-01
Estimated Completion Date: 2027-01-01
Participants
Target number of participants: 25
Treatments
No_intervention: Control
Receive standard of care
Experimental: Prehab
Complete an 8-week community based prehab program.
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Collaborators: Dalhousie University
Leads: Nova Scotia Health Authority

This content was sourced from clinicaltrials.gov