Reducing sedentary behavior in prostate cancer survivors

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 randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate a 12-week behavioral intervention designed to reduce sedentary behavior among prostate cancer survivors. Participants in the intervention group will receive a FitBit and six behavioral support sessions with a movement specialist, guided by the Multi-Process Action Control (M-PAC) framework. The control group will only receive a FitBit and access to public health resources. The study will assess the effectiveness of the intervention on sedentary behavior and physical activity levels immediately after the intervention and six months later.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* \>= 18 years of age
* Diagnosed with localized or asymptomatic metastatic primary prostate cancer
* Not currently undergoing radiation or chemotherapy
* Proficient in English
* Not physically active (self report \<150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity per week)
* Self-report \>8 hours of daily sedentary behaviour
* In the contemplation or preparation stage for motivational readiness to change as determined by the Stages of Change Questionnaire
* Access to a smartphone, tablet, or computer
* No cardiac contraindications (e.g., unstable angina, arrhythmia, heart failure, aortic stenosis)
* Medical clearance from a primary health care provider (if necessary)
* Currently residing in Canada

Exclusion Criteria:

* Not planning to live in Canada for the next 12 months
* A medical condition that prohibits walking (e.g., severe knee or hip arthritis)
* Presence of other primary or recurrent invasive cancer (i.e., other than non-melanoma skin cancer)
* Have had a prior fall within the last 12-months
* Use a gait aid device

Where it's running

• University of Toronto
  Toronto, Ontario, Canada Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Linda Trinh, PhD — University of Toronto
• Study coordinator: Linda Trinh, PhD
• Email: linda.trinh@utoronto.ca
• Phone: 416-946-3624

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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.