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NCT Number: NCT07539038

Effects of Physical Activity in Early Stage Hormone Receptor Positive Breast Cancer Patients

The advances in early detection coupled with improvements in treatments have led to an ever-increasing number of breast cancer survivors. New methods to improve outcomes, including strategies aimed at improving the quality of life and reducing the risk of other diseases, may represent valid additions to the currently available treatment options. Interventions targeting diet, weight and physical activity can reduce the risk of cancer occurrence, prevent cancer recurrence, improve survival and the quality of life.

This is an observational, prospective study aimed at evaluating the effects of physical activity on the quality of life of patients with early stage hormone receptor positive breast cancer receiving adjuvant hormonal therapy and adhering to a physical activity program lasting for a total of 12 weeks organized by ANDOS onlus (Associazione Italiana Donne Operate al Seno).

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Key information

Age range

18 year and older

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Centro di Riferimento Oncologico di Aviano

Aviano, Pordenone, 33081, Italy

Location status: Recruiting

Location contact

Fabio Puglisi, MD, PhD

SUB_INVESTIGATOR

Linda Cucciniello, MD

SUB_INVESTIGATOR

Mattia Garutti, MD

CONTACT

[email protected]

0434659092

Mattia Garutti, MD

PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

About this study

The advances in early detection coupled with improvements in treatments have led to an ever-increasing number of breast cancer survivors. New methods to improve outcomes, including strategies aimed at improving the quality of life and reducing the risk of other diseases, may represent valid additions to the currently available treatment options. Interventions targeting diet, weight and physical activity can reduce the risk of cancer occurrence, prevent cancer recurrence, improve survival and the quality of life.

This is an observational, prospective study aimed at evaluating the effects of physical activity on the quality of life of patients with early stage hormone receptor positive breast cancer receiving adjuvant hormonal therapy and adhering to a physical activity program lasting for a total of 12 weeks organized by ANDOS onlus (Associazione Italiana Donne Operate al Seno).

Who can participate

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Patients with early stage (I-IIIa) hormone receptor-positive breast cancer receiving adjuvant endocrine therapy
  • Female patients ≥18 years of age
  • Written informed consent must be obtained before any study-related assessment is performed
  • Participation to the Medicina and Sport physical activity program organized by Andos Pordenone

Exclusion criteria

  • Patients with early hormone receptor negative breast cancer
  • Patients with early hormone receptor positive breast cancer receiving chemotherapy
  • Patients with advanced/metastatic breast cancer.
  • Patients receiving active treatment for secondary primary tumors (excluding basal cell carcinoma or in situ neoplasias).
  • Patients with history of vertebral and/or femoral fractures
  • Patients with CVDs not optimally controlled by medical therapy

Treatment and study plan

Primary outcomes

  1. Change in Quality of Life as measured by the EORTC QLQ-C30 questionnaire.

    Time frame: Up to 6 months after the end of the physical activity program

    Mean differences on the questionnaire will be evaluated. The EORTC QLQ-C30 (European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire) is a 30-item validated tool used to assess the physical, psychological, and social functions of cancer patients. Higher scores on functional scales and the global health status represent a higher/better level of functioning, while higher scores on symptom scales represent a higher level of symptomatology.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Change from Baseline in Pain Intensity (Brief Pain Inventory - Short Form)

    Time frame: Up to 6 months after the end of the physical activity program

    Pain intensity will be assessed using the Brief Pain Inventory (BPI) Severity score, rated on an 11-point Likert scale from 0 (no pain) to 10 (pain as bad as you can imagine). A higher score indicates greater pain intensity.

  2. Change from Baseline in Physical Activity Levels

    Time frame: Up to 6 months after the end of the physical activity program

    Subjective physical fitness and activity will be evaluated using the IPAQ (International Physical Activity Questionnaire). This questionnaire assesses walking, moderate-intensity, and vigorous-intensity activities. Results are reported as Metabolic Equivalent of Task (MET)-minutes per week. Higher MET-minutes indicate higher physical activity levels.

  3. Change from Baseline in Dietary Habits and Nutritional Intake

    Time frame: Up to 6 months after the end of the physical activity program

    Evaluated through food diaries provided during nutritional visits. The diaries assess caloric intake and macronutrient distribution (carbohydrates, proteins, fats).

  4. Change from Baseline in Blood Test Results

    Time frame: Up to 6 months after the end of the physical activity program

    Difference in mean of laboratory parameters as collected during routine nutritional visits to assess the metabolic impact of the program.

  5. incidence of Hormonal Therapy-Related Toxicities

    Time frame: Through the end of the program and follow-up (up to 6 months).

    Frequencies of side effects and toxicities related to hormonal therapy assessed via clinical examination and patient interview according to CTCAE (Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events) or standard clinical practice.

  6. Change from Baseline in BMI

    Time frame: Up to 6 months after the end of the physical activity program

    Mean difference in BMI (Body Mass Index)

  7. Change from Baseline in body measures

    Time frame: Up to 6 months after the end of the physical activity program

    Mean difference in body measures such as circumferences and plicometry

  8. Change from Baseline in BIA

    Time frame: Up to 6 months after the end of the physical activity program

    Mean difference in Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA)

Study contacts

Contact information is provided by the study sponsor or research team.

Mattia Garutti

CONTACT

[email protected]

0434659092

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Centro di Riferimento Oncologico - Aviano

Other

Registry information

Important dates

Study start
2025
Primary completion
2027
Study completion
2027
First posted
Apr 20, 2026
Registry last updated
Apr 20, 2026

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