Health coaching program for lung and esophageal cancer patients before surgery
Prehab for Lung and Esophageal Cancer: Optimizing Well-being for Better Outcomes
This study tests a health coaching program to see if it can help lung and esophageal cancer patients improve their health before surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 25 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Nova Scotia Health Authority Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Halifax, Nova Scotia) |
| Trial ID | NCT06354959 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study explores a community-based prehabilitation health coaching program designed for individuals diagnosed with lung or esophageal cancer who are scheduled for surgery. The program lasts for 8 weeks and includes personalized coaching on nutrition, smoking cessation, sleep hygiene, and movement, delivered by a Qualified Exercise Professional. Participants will have multiple assessments at baseline, pre-surgery, and post-surgery to evaluate the program's feasibility and effectiveness. The goal is to enhance patients' overall health and well-being before undergoing major surgical interventions.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 diagnosed with lung or esophageal cancer who are scheduled for surgery within two weeks and can provide informed consent.
Not a fit: Patients who are unable to provide informed consent or do not meet the eligibility criteria may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to improved surgical outcomes and quality of life for lung and esophageal cancer patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with prehabilitation programs for surgical patients, indicating potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * 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 Exclusion Criteria: * Not able to provide informed consent
Where this trial is running
Halifax, Nova Scotia
- Victoria General Hospital — Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada (Recruiting)
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.