Prehabilitation program for frail adults undergoing thoracic surgery
Get Fit for Function Pilot Study
This study is testing a prehabilitation program for frail adults scheduled for thoracic surgery to see if it helps them get stronger and recover better after their operation.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Chicago Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Chicago, Illinois) |
| Trial ID | NCT06359652 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to implement and evaluate a prehabilitation program designed for pre-frail and frail adults who are scheduled for elective thoracic surgery. The program will utilize an implementation framework to enhance its reach, effectiveness, adoption, and overall implementation. Participants will engage in a structured prehab program for a duration of 2 to 12 weeks prior to surgery, which includes the use of an Apple Watch Series 6 and an exercise flipbook. The study will assess functional status and clinical outcomes over time, utilizing surveys at various intervals post-enrollment.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older who are scheduled for elective thoracic surgery and are classified as pre-frail or frail.
Not a fit: Patients who are unable to provide informed consent or those who do not speak/read English may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve surgical outcomes and recovery for frail patients undergoing thoracic surgery.
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
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥ 18, of any racial or ethnic origin * Will be undergoing elective thoracic surgery lung resection using thoracic approach (thoracotomy, Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), Robotic-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (RATS) * Able to complete baseline evaluations at time of enrollment Exclusion Criteria: * Unable to give informed consent * Unable to read/speak English * Age \<17
Where this trial is running
Chicago, Illinois
- The University of Chicago — Chicago, Illinois, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Maria Madariaga, MD — University of Chicago
- Study coordinator: Maria Madariaga, MD
- Email: mlmadariaga@bsd.uchicago.edu
- Phone: 773-702-2500
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.