Rehabilitation program for children recovering from cancer treatment

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 study aims to develop a multidisciplinary rehabilitation program for children and adolescents who have completed acute cancer treatment. It addresses the long-term side effects experienced by survivors, such as reduced muscle strength, endurance, and exercise tolerance, as well as fatigue and changes in body composition. The program will focus on improving physical functioning and daily living activities through targeted interventions. The study will evaluate the effectiveness of this rehabilitation approach in enhancing the quality of life for young cancer survivors.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* between 6 months and 8 years post acute cancer treatment
* off medical treatment
* all possible cancer diagnosis, except for brain tumors and sarcomas

Exclusion Criteria:

* not able to participate for 3 consecutive weeks
* not able to perform a maximal cardiopulmonary exercise test
* unwilling to cooperate
* relapse

Where it's running

• Ghent University Hospital
  Ghent, Belgium Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Catharina Dhooghe, MD, PhD — University Hospital, Ghent
• Study coordinator: Catharina Dhooge, MD, PhD
• Email: CATHARINA.DHOOGE@UZGENT.BE
• Phone: 00329/3322452

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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.