This trial is examining the effectiveness of a 12-week Body-Mind Training (BMT) for prostate cancer survivors. The main outcome to be measured will be the change in fatigue levels. This trial is being conducted in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
The details
Cancer survivors over the age of 55 may have challenges coping with late and long-term effects of having had a cancer diagnosis and treatment. In particular, fatigue is a common symptom. For prostate cancer survivors suffering from fatigue, body-mind training (BMT, a type of meditation and body awareness program) may be a treatment option to help with fatigue. It is not physically taxing and is safe for people 55 years of age or older.
This trial will explore the effectiveness of BMT in helping with fatigue in prostate cancer survivors. The main outcome to be measured will be the change in fatigue levels over time, as well as changes to the levels of inflammation markers in the blood.
Who are they looking for?
This study is recruiting 210 patients previously treated for prostate cancer. Patients must be experiencing fatigue and take part in less than 150 mintues of vigorous exercise per week. Participants must live within 75 miles of Albuquerque.
Patients should not have brain metastases, gastrointestinal disorders, cardiovascular disease or any other illness which would lead to fatigue.
How will it work
Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups. Group one will practice BMT with an instructor over 24 sessions. Group 2 will receive body training only with an instructor over 24 sessions. For both groups, sessions will occur twice a week for 12 weeks, 60 minutes per session. Participants must also practice for at least 30 minutes at least 3 days a week at home. Participants in group 3 will recieve usual care, without training.
Outcomes, such as fatigue levels and markers of inflammation in the body, will be measured in all participants using assessment forms and blood tests at regular intervals. Patients will be followed up for a year.
