N/A
Completed N=47
Step-Up Intervention for Self-Management of Fatigue in Young Adults Receiving Chemotherapy
Young Adult, Cancer, Physical Activity
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT03000166 ↗
Enrolled (actual)
47
Serious AEs
0.0%
Results posted
Aug 2021
Primary outcomePrimary: Self-efficacy for Physical Activity — 62.6; 56.2 score on a scale — p=0.22
Summary
The purpose of the study is to determine the impact of a physical activity intervention on the self-management of fatigue in young adults receiving chemotherapy. Half of the participants will receive an intervention which includes education and resources to set physical activity goals and monitor progress toward goals.
Outcome Measures
| Outcome | Result | p-value |
|---|---|---|
| PRIMARY Self-efficacy for Physical Activity |
62.6; 56.2 | 0.22 |
| PRIMARY Self-regulation of Physical Activity |
4.7; 4.4 | 0.40 |
| SECONDARY Steps Per Day |
4720; 3991 | 0.17 |
| SECONDARY Fatigue Severity |
53.6; 57.4 | 0.20 |
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- have a diagnosis of cancer;
- are within the first two months of a chemotherapy regimen that will last at least another 3 months;
- are ambulatory without assistance;
- have written consent from their physician to participate;
- have the ability to understand English;
- have access to a computer and the Internet.
Exclusion Criteria
- symptoms of uncontrolled cardiopulmonary disease, neurological disease
- delayed wound healing
- high risk of bone fracture
- pre-existing peripheral neuropathy
Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT03000166). Outcome figures and adverse-event rates are extracted automatically from the registry's posted results and are provided for clinician reference, not as a substitute for the primary publication. Informational only — not medical advice.