Impact of Aerobic Exercise on Trace Elements in Post-menopausal Breast Cancer Survivors
Effect of Aerobic Exercises on Some Trace Elements and the Quality of Life in Post-menopausal Women After Radiotherapy
This study is testing whether regular aerobic exercise can improve the quality of life and levels of important trace elements in post-menopausal women who have survived breast cancer.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 28 (estimated) |
| Ages | 50 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Cairo University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Cairo, Cairo Governorate) |
| Trial ID | NCT06070155 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates how aerobic exercise affects the quality of life and serum levels of trace elements such as Zinc, Copper, and Iron in post-menopausal women who have survived breast cancer and undergone radiotherapy. A total of 28 participants will engage in aerobic exercises three times a week, starting immediately after radiotherapy or within six months to one year post-treatment. The study aims to fill a gap in clinical knowledge regarding the relationship between exercise and trace element levels in this specific population. Previous research has shown benefits of exercise on quality of life in breast cancer survivors, but this study is the first to focus on trace elements.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are post-menopausal women aged 50-60 who have been diagnosed with Stage I or II breast cancer and have completed radiotherapy within the last year.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic systemic diseases, cognitive dysfunction, or those who are professional athletes may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the quality of life and nutritional status of post-menopausal breast cancer survivors through tailored aerobic exercise interventions.
How similar studies have performed: While previous studies have shown positive effects of exercise on quality of life in breast cancer survivors, this specific investigation into trace elements is novel and untested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * All postmenopausal women with breast cancer and received radiotherapy immediately at the end of radiotherapy or max six months to one year in each group. after clinically diagnosed by Oncologist with breast cancer Stage I and II . * Their ages will range from 50-60 years old. * Good general Health (ECOG performance status 0-1). * Voluntary acceptance of participation in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Systematic chronic diseases (respiratory diseases, cardiovascular diseases...etc) * Cognitive dysfunction as well as neuromuscular or musculoskeletal impairment or disease affecting postural control or motion pattern. * Professional athletes.
Where this trial is running
Cairo, Cairo Governorate
- Tarek Hussein — Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Tarek Hussein
- Email: tarekhussein1992@gmail.com
- Phone: 01005729988
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.