General Information

Age Group

Status

Recruiting

Protocol Number

NCT06746428

Background Information

Research has shown that for women who are undergoing pelvic radiation therapy, fatigue is a common side effect. Fatigue that occurs during radiation therapy can make it harder to perform daily living activities. While there are studies that recommend exercise as a treatment for fatigue in cancer patients and survivors, there are currently no studies that focus on the role of exercise for women undergoing pelvic radiation therapy. The purpose of this study is to see if incorporating an activity coaching program is helpful in improving treatment-related fatigue for women undergoing pelvic radiation therapy for endometrial cancer.
For more information, visit: https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06746428

Offered At

Inova Schar Cancer Institute
A department of Inova Fairfax Medical Campus
 8081 Innovation Park Drive, Fairfax, Virginia 22031
 3580 Joseph Siewick Dr, Fairfax, Virginia 22033
 4320 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, Virginia 22304
 44035 Riverside Pkwy #100, Leesburg, Virginia 20176
Principal Investigator

Avani Rao, MD

Eligibility Information

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Pathologic diagnosis of endometrial cancer (any histology, Stage I-IVA)
  • Has undergone modified radical or radical hysterectomy
  • Plan to receive adjuvant treatment with pelvic external beam radiation therapy at ISCI
  • ECOG performance status of 0-1
  • Patient has a computer, smart phone, or tablet virtual access to the web-based platform and email
  • Able to read, understand and provide written informed consent
  • Deemed appropriate for unmonitored exercise by treating physician based on the following evidence-based criteria
    • Walk without any assistance or assistance device
    • Absence of significant cognitive impairment
    • Absence of high risk for falls
  • Participant does not need to refrain from any activity

Ineligibility Information

  • Unable to schedule and attend coaching visits
  • Participation in a regular exercise program of ≥150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise a week at baseline
  • Unable to perform the five-times stand test
  • Medical comorbidities including:
    • Unstable angina
    • Uncontrolled dysrhythmias
    • Acute pulmonary embolus
    • Active pulmonary infection