City of Hope Medical Center
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.
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: I. To compare changes from baseline in objective patient functional capacity as measured by 6 minute walk test (6MWT) at day 30 post-discharge between the two comparators. SECONDARY OBJECTIVES: I. To compare the following outcomes between the two comparators: Ia. 6MWT at 60 and 180 days post discharge; Ib. Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) at 30, 60, and 180 days post-discharge; Ic. The following scores at 30, 60, and 180 days post-discharge: a) patient and family caregiver (FCG) reported self-efficacy; b) patient and FCG reported physical function; c) and patien…
Inclusion Criteria: * 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: Age \>= 65 years * PATIENT: Ability to read and understand English or Spanish and willingness to complete participant-reported outcomes and assessments * PATIENT: Diagnosis of lung cancer or presumed lung cance…
Attend telephone-based coaching sessions
Receive written educational materials on physical activity and standard preoperative care
Receive a personalized physical activity program, set fitness goals
Wear activity monitor
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