Educational physiotherapy and yoga to reduce stress in women with cervical cancer undergoing brachytherapy
Impact of an Educational Physiotherapy-Yoga Intervention on Perceived Stress in Women Treated With Brachytherapy for Cervical Cancer: a Randomized Controlled Trial
This study tests if a special yoga program can help women with cervical cancer feel less stressed while they are receiving a specific type of treatment called brachytherapy.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 80 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Institut du Cancer de Montpellier - Val d'Aurelle Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | chemotherapy |
| Locations | 3 sites (Montpellier and 2 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06263283 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This intervention focuses on women diagnosed with cervical cancer who are undergoing uterovaginal brachytherapy, a treatment that requires prolonged bed rest and can lead to increased stress and anxiety. The study aims to implement a Kine-Yoga program to help alleviate perceived stress levels during and after treatment. Participants will engage in yoga sessions designed to improve physical and mental well-being while managing the side effects of their cancer treatment. The program is tailored for women who experience significant stress during their treatment process.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are women aged 18 and older who have been histologically diagnosed with cervical cancer and are experiencing moderate to high levels of stress.
Not a fit: Patients who cannot participate in yoga due to physical limitations or those who do not speak French may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly reduce stress levels in women undergoing brachytherapy for cervical cancer, improving their overall treatment experience.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have indicated that non-pharmacological interventions like yoga can effectively reduce stress in cancer patients, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Woman 18 ≥ years old, no age limit * Patient treated for cervical cancer (histologically proven) by uterovaginal brachytherapy * Patient with stress level ≥ 3 on VAS from 0 to 10 * Patient´s signed written informed consent * Affiliation to a French Social Security System Exclusion Criteria: * Physical alteration not allowing the practice of Yoga, * Patient does not understand and does not speak French * Patient whose regular follow-up is initially impossible for psychological, family, social or geographical reasons, * Patient under guardianship or safeguard of justice
Where this trial is running
Montpellier and 2 other locations
- Icm — Montpellier, France (Recruiting)
- Centre Eugène Marquis — Rennes, France (Recruiting)
- Oncopole Claudius Regaud — Toulouse, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Kerstin FARAVEL — INSTITUT REGIONAL DU CANCER DE MONTPELLIER Cancer de Montpellier
- Study coordinator: Emmanuelle TEXIER
- Email: emmanuelle.texier@icm.unicancer.fr
- Phone: 0467613102
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.