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Integrative Oncology Program in Improving Cancer-Related Outcomes in Patients With Stage II or III Breast Cancer Undergoing Radiation Therapy
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Behavioral, Psychological or Informational Intervention, Best Practice, and 7 other interventions for Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v6 and v7 and 6 related conditions. Active but no longer recruiting, targeting 110 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
This randomized clinical trial studies an integrative oncology (making changes in lifestyle and behavior) program in improving cancer-related outcomes in patients with stage II or III breast cancer undergoing radiation therapy. An integrative oncology program consisting of dietary recommendations, physical activity, stress management, social support, and control of environmental contaminants may modify cancer-related biological processes, influence long-term treatment results, and improve the quality of life of patients.
Study Details
Timeline
Arms & Interventions
Patients undergo up to 7 different IO intervention sessions per week during their 6-week course of radiotherapy for between 1 and 3 hours each session, in addition to, up to 6 aerobic training sessions per week and one grocery store trip during the course of the program. IO intervention programs consist of nutritional coaching, behavioral therapy, yoga and meditation practice, resistance training, and a weekly meal sharing and cooking class. Patients then have weekly meetings with the study psychologist on the computer for 6 months, followed by a monthly meeting on the computer from 6-12 months, and 2 hour meetings at all follow-up appointments during the first year after radiotherapy.
Patients undergo standard of care.
Interventions
Undergo IO intervention
Undergo standard of care
Undergo IO intervention
Undergo IO intervention
Undergo counseling
Undergo IO intervention
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