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Official title Pre-Rehabilitation for Female Patients Undergoing Pelvic Radiotherapy
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06059586
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this study is to examine the feasibility of adding pre-rehabilitation pelvic health physical therapy to standard of care radiation therapy treatment plan for female patients who have been diagnosed with cervical, vaginal, vulvar, uterine, or anal cancer and are a candidate for curative pelvic radiation with external beam. Participants will receive education on using a vaginal dilator for use during treatment and complete questionnaires looking at pain and sexual function.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older, women only
You may be able to join if
- Female
- ≥ 18 years old at the time of informed consent
- Ability to provide written informed consent and HIPAA authorization
- Primary diagnosis of cervical, vaginal, vulvar, uterine, or anal cancer
- Candidate for curative pelvic radiation with external beam, with or without brachytherapy, per radiation oncologist's discretion Notes:
You likely can't join if
- Major medical illnesses or psychiatric impairments, which in the investigator's opinion will prevent administration or completion of the protocol...
- Not a candidate for curative radiation therapy per radiation oncologist's discretion
- Prior radiation therapy to the pelvis
- Women who are pregnant or nursing
See the full eligibility criteria
- Female
- ≥ 18 years old at the time of informed consent
- Ability to provide written informed consent and HIPAA authorization
- Primary diagnosis of cervical, vaginal, vulvar, uterine, or anal cancer
- Candidate for curative pelvic radiation with external beam, with or without brachytherapy, per radiation oncologist's discretion Notes:
- Can have prior and/or current modalities of treatment to address diagnosis including surgery and chemotherapy
- Can receive radiation at any facility provided patient is able to perform Physical Therapy visits at IUH North/Schwarz Cancer Center
- Major medical illnesses or psychiatric impairments, which in the investigator's opinion will prevent administration or completion of the protocol therapy and/or interfere with follow-up.
- Not a candidate for curative radiation therapy per radiation oncologist's discretion
- Prior radiation therapy to the pelvis
- Women who are pregnant or nursing
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Avon, Indiana, United States
- Carmel, Indiana, United States
- Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Avon, Indiana, United States; Carmel, Indiana, United States; Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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