Status:
COMPLETED
Effectiveness of an Integrated Programme in Promoting the Regular Physical Activity Among Childhood Cancer Survivors
Lead Sponsor:
The University of Hong Kong
Conditions:
Malignant Childhood Neoplasm
Eligibility:
All Genders
7-18 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
Background.There is some evidence that engaging in regular moderate-intensity physical activity may help ameliorate cancer-related fatigue experienced by childhood cancer survivors, which eventually i...
Detailed Description
The aim of this study was to examine the effectiveness of an integrated adventure-based training and health education programme in promoting the exercise behavior changes, enhancing the physical activ...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Hong Kong Chinese childhood cancer survivors defined here as having completed treatment at least six months previously
- between 7 and 18 years of age
- able to speak Cantonese and read Chinese
- did not engage in regular physical activity for the past 6 months
Exclusion
- childhood cancer survivors with evidence of recurrence or second malignancies
- those with physical impairment or cognitive and learning problems identified from their medical records
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
January 1 2012
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
January 1 2013
Estimated Enrollment :
71 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT01803672
Start Date
January 1 2012
End Date
January 1 2013
Last Update
April 26 2016
Active Locations (1)
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Queen Mary Hospital
Hong Kong, China