Prostate Cancer Clinical Trial
Using Walk With Ease Walking Program With Men 65 and Older Being Treated for Prostate Cancer
Summary
This study is testing a walking program called Walk with Ease by the Arthritis Foundation with men undergoing treatment for prostate cancer. The researchers are interested in how easy or difficult it is for these men to participate in this program and whether or not is is helpful to them during their care.
Full Description
Purpose: This pilot study evaluates the feasibility of implementing a moderate-intensity physical activity (PA) program in a sample of men age 65 or older with a prostate cancer diagnosis undergoing various forms of treatment or active surveillance.
Participants: Men, 65 and older, with a prostate cancer diagnosis.
Procedures (methods): This study will enroll subjects in a 6 week walking program called Walk with Ease (WWE) and see if walking can be sustained for up to three months. In addition, the study will perform a Geriatric Assessment and gather preliminary data on self-reported quality of life outcomes and self-reported physical activity as captured in a daily walking log.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
≥65 years of age
Histologically confirmed Stage I, II or III prostate cancer (endocrine (± radiation) patients may be Stage IV)
Undergoing prostate cancer treatment (post-surgery only, radiation only, endocrine therapy (± radiation), or active surveillance)
English speaking
IRB approved, signed written informed consent
Approval from their treating physician to engage in moderate-intensity physical activity
Patient-assessed ability to walk and engage in moderate physical activity
Willing and able to meet all study requirements
Exclusion Criteria:
One or more significant medical conditions that in the physician's judgment preclude participation in the walking intervention
Major surgery scheduled within the study period
Unable to walk or engage in moderate-intensity physical activity
Already actively walking (150 minutes per week)
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There is 1 Location for this study
Chapel Hill North Carolina, 27599, United States
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