Dance classes for breast cancer survivors with neuropathy

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effects of Argentine Tango dance classes compared to home exercise on postural control and neuropathy symptoms in breast cancer survivors. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the dance intervention or a control group, with assessments of balance, gait variability, and quality of life conducted throughout the study. The aim is to determine if dance can improve physical and psychosocial health outcomes in this population. Data will be collected on various health metrics, including falls incidence and patient-reported outcomes.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Breast cancer survivor stage I-III
* Symptomatic for neuropathy
* postural control outside 70% CI for adults who are middle-aged without neurotrauma
* having completed taxane-based chemotherapy treatment at least 3 months ago;
* able to understand and comply with directions associated with testing and study treatments.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Pre-existing vestibular deficit;
* poorly controlled diabetes (hgA1C \> 8);
* non-ambulatory or lower extremity amputation (assistive devices allowed);
* use of cytotoxic or immunotherapy during study (endocrine therapy allowed);
* participation in physical therapy during the study;
* contraindication to participate in Tango due to orthopedic issue (e.g., herniated vertebral disc);

Where it's running

• Stephanie Spielman Comprehensive Breast Center
  Columbus, Ohio, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Lise Worthen-Chaudhari, PhD, MFA — Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center
• Study coordinator: Lise C Worthen-Chaudhari, PhD, MFA
• Email: lise.worthen-chaudhari@osumc.edu
• Phone: 614-293-6281

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.