What this study is
This study will examine unmet exercise needs among patients with metastatic breast cancer (MBC) at UNC and assess whether participation in Get Real and Heel (GRH) can increase physical activity. The proposed research aims to improve multiple domains of well-being, quality of life, physical function, social support and reduce social isolation through a community based exercise intervention. By leveraging underutilized University of North Carolina Chapel Hill (UNC) resources, this work seeks to reduce barriers to accessibility, awareness, and appropriateness of exercise programming for this underserved population. Findings will help close the gap between patients' exercise needs, interest, and participation, with potential benefits for symptoms, functioning, and quality of life.
What's being tested
- The Real and Heel (GRH)
Intervention · BEHAVIORAL
The Get Real and Heel (GRH) program is a 16-week exercise intervention developed at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC).
Study details
- Sponsor
- UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Conditions
- Breast Cancer · Metastatic Breast Cancer
- Enrolling
- 50 people
- Starts
- 2025-12-15
- Est. completion
- 2028-07-01
- Design
- Open-label, single group
- Record
- View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Who can join
Age 18 Years and overSex ALLHealthy volunteers Not acceptedYou may qualify if
- In order to participate in this study a subject must meet all of the eligibility criteria outlined below.
- Written informed consent obtained to participate in the study and HIPAA authorization for release of personal health information.
- Subjects are willing and able to comply with study procedures based on the judgement of the investigator or protocol designee.
- Age > 18 years at the time of consent.
- Diagnosis of metastatic breast cancer within two years of consent date
- Receives medical clearance from clinical team for moderate intensity exercise programming
- Indicates intent to receive ongoing cancer care at the enrolling institution
- English Speaking - program and measures are in English and not practicably translatable for a study this size.
You can't join if
- Currently on hospice.
- Bed-bound status or other contraindication to exercise
- Participation in GRH since their diagnosis with MBC
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Study locations (1)
1 openLineberger Comphrehensive Cancer Center at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States
- Sasha Knowlton · Contact
- Sasha E Knowlton, MD · Principal investigator
Recruiting
Study team
Sponsor
UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
Study ID LCCC2513
Principal investigator
Sasha Knowlton, MD
UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
Frequently asked questions
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