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Heavy Strength Training in Head and Neck Cancer Survivors
Sponsor: University of Alberta
Summary
Despite improvements in treatments, head and neck cancer survivors (HNCS) still endure acute and chronic side effects such as loss of muscular strength, limitations in physical functioning, fatigue, and swallowing difficulties that impact quality of life (QoL) and limit return to work. Light-to-moderate intensity strength training (LMST) has been shown to improve some side effects. Heavy lifting strength training (HLST) may further improve outcomes in some populations, however, only one small pilot study has focused on HNCS. The LIFTING 2 trial will be the first to examine the feasibility and effects of a HLST program versus no exercise in HNCS.
Official title: Feasibility and Preliminary Efficacy of Heavy Lifting Strength Training Versus Usual Care in Head and Neck Cancer Survivors: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2025-02-17
Completion Date
2026-06
Last Updated
2026-02-09
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Experimental
Three primary exercises will be included in the exercise sessions for participants randomized to this group: barbell back squat, bench press, and dead lift The weight will be progressively increased overtime based on participants' perceived exertion and repetitions in reserve. Number of repetitions performed for each exercise will begin at 10 repetitions in weeks 1-2, with gradual progression to lifting heavier loads of 3-5 sets of 1-5 repetitions between weeks 6-12.
Locations (1)
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada