This clinical trial compares telephone-based physical activity coaching to self monitored physical activity for improving physical function in older adults who are undergoing surgery for lung cancer and their caregivers. Lung cancer surgery in older adults is associated with functional declines and unique challenges. Performing physical activity around the time of surgery has been shown to improve functional outcomes in patients and exercise programs delivered via telehealth may improve access and convenience for patients and minimize participant burden. Telephone-based physical activity coaching may improve physical functioning for older adults with lung cancer who are undergoing surgery.
PATIENT: Documented informed consent of the participant and/or legally authorized representative
PATIENT: Agreement to allow the use of preoperative chest CT scan for exploratory analysis, if available
PATIENT: Agreement to wear pedometer during study duration
If unwilling, exceptions may be granted with study primary investigator (PI) approval
PATIENT: Lung surgery is scheduled in less than 14 calendar days from the time of registration
PATIENT: Prospective participants who, in the opinion of the investigator, may not be able to comply with all study procedures (including exercise program and compliance issues related to feasibility/logistics)
FCG: Prospective participants who, in the opinion of the investigator, may not be able to comply with all study procedures (including exercise program and compliance issues related to feasibility/logistics)
City of Hope Medical Center
Lead sponsor
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Collaborator