Telerehabilitation program for colorectal cancer patients after surgery
Telerehabilitation in Cancer Patients: Optimization of Prehabilitation and Rehabilitation Following Colorectal Resection. A Randomized Clinical Trial
NA · Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Aragón · NCT06593678
This study is testing a new online rehabilitation program to see if it can help colorectal cancer patients recover better and improve their quality of life after surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 54 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Aragón (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Zaragoza, Zaragoza) |
| Trial ID | NCT06593678 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of a telerehabilitation program designed to enhance functional capacity and quality of life for patients undergoing colorectal cancer surgery. Conducted at Royo Villanova Hospital in Zaragoza, Spain, the study involves a 2-week prehabilitation and 4-week post-surgical rehabilitation program delivered through asynchronous telerehabilitation software. The primary outcome is measured by the Six Minute Walking Test, while secondary outcomes include assessments of body composition, muscle strength, pulmonary capacity, and psychosocial factors. The trial aims to address the challenges of traditional rehabilitation by improving accessibility and adherence for patients, particularly those in underserved areas.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 80 scheduled for colorectal cancer surgery who can understand Spanish and have functional independence.
Not a fit: Patients over 80 years old or those with severe preoperative health issues or neurological diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve recovery outcomes and quality of life for colorectal cancer patients post-surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with telerehabilitation approaches, indicating potential for success in this novel application.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 18 and 80 years. * Participants who understand Spanish. * Patients scheduled for colorectal cancer surgery at Royo Villanova Hospital, Zaragoza, Spain. * Patients attending the first consultation in the General and Digestive Surgery Section under the supervision of Dr. Blas, head of surgery at Royo Villanova Hospital, Zaragoza, Spain. * Participants with functional independence that allows them to perform walking and pulmonary function tests. * Patients with a preoperative assessment score of I, II, or III on the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) scale. * Participants who agree to participate and sign the informed consent form. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients older than 80 years. * Patients with a preoperative ASA score of IV. * Patients with any injury, pathology, or inflammatory processes that make it impossible to practice exercise. * Patients with central and/or peripheral neurological diseases that prevent them from following the rehabilitation program. * Patients with unstable cardiac comorbidities such as arrhythmias, high blood pressure, angina pectoris, or other conditions that contraindicate moderate-intensity training. * Patients diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder as confirmed by a psychiatrist. * Patients without access to mobile internet or a computer with internet at home. * Patients who score ≤ 24 on the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE). * Individuals who are unable to follow oral and written instructions in Spanish. * Patients who refuse to participate in the study or who have not signed the informed consent form.
Where this trial is running
Zaragoza, Zaragoza
- Hospital Royo Villanova — Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Sandra Calvo, PhD — Universidad de Zaragoza
- Study coordinator: José Manuel Burgos Bragado, MSc
- Email: jmburgos@usj.es
- Phone: +34 646 207 142
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.
Conditions: Colorectal Cancer, Telerehabilitation, Physical Therapy, Functional Recovery, Multimodal program, Quality of life, Psychosocial factors