Exercise and Nutrition Program for Head and Neck Cancer

Exercise and Nutritional Prehabilitation for Head and Neck Cancer Patients

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Head Cancer Neck Cancer Sarcopenia Head and Neck Cancer
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Supportive Care
Participants needed
20 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of California, Davis · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults with a new diagnosis of head and neck cancer. Participants will take part in a program that combines exercise and nutrition before their surgery to see how safe and acceptable it is.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I have been diagnosed with head and neck cancer
  • I am over 18 years old

You may not be able to join if

  • I have had treatment for head and neck cancer before
  • I have serious heart problems
  • I have severe lung disease
  • I have end-stage liver or kidney disease
  • I cannot swallow or need a feeding tube
  • I have a disabling orthopedic or neuromuscular disease
  • I am unable to give my consent
  • I am under 18 years old

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial

This study examines the acceptability, feasibility, and safety in developing a prehabilitation program for head and neck cancer patients. The purpose of this research is to access the safety and acceptability of using a prehabilitation program before head and neck cancer surgery.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: New head and neck cancer diagnosis Age \> 18 Exclusion Criteria: 1. Prior treatment for head and neck cancer (surgery and/or radiation) 2. Acute or unstable cardiac conditions (unstable angina or symptomatic severe aortic stenosis) 3. American Society of Anesthesiologists phys…
Contacts

Randev Sandhu CRC Supervisor, BS

9167342863

rssandhu@ucdavis.edu

CONTACT

Marianne Abouyared PI, MD

9167342801

mabouyared@ucdavis.edu

CONTACT