Exercise Training in Women With Metastatic Breast Cancer

Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexFemale
Age18+
SponsorState University of Londrina

About this trial

The primary objective of the study is to evaluate the effects of exercise on physical function, physical fitness, and body composition, with the main components including muscular strength, cardiorespiratory fitness, muscle mass, fat mass, and fat-free mass. The secondary objectives are to examine exercise adherence and the effects of exercise on health-related quality of life (HRQoL), cancer-related fatigue, and sleep quality. Additionally, the feasibility and safety of the exercise program will be assessed.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Women aged ≥ 18 years;

Confirmed diagnosis of stage IV (metastatic) breast cancer;

Currently undergoing medical treatment;

Willingness and functional independence to participate in the exercise program;

Disqualifiers

Presence of unstable bone metastases.

Untreated or symptomatic brain metastases;

Evidence of severe cardiovascular disease identified by electrocardiogram (ECG);

Severe active infection;

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Exercise

Treatment groups

78 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups

Sponsors and collaborators