Ex Onc SLED: a Study Utilizing a Weighted Sled for Horizontal Resistance Training

Launched by ALLEGHENY SINGER RESEARCH INSTITUTE (ALSO KNOWN AS ALLEGHENY HEALTH NETWORK RESEARCH INSTITUTE) · Sep 20, 2024

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The Ex Onc SLED trial is a study designed to explore how well cancer patients can stick to an exercise program that involves pushing and pulling a weighted sled. This type of exercise helps improve strength and fitness through resistance training, which means working against weights. The goal is to see how this specific exercise routine affects the health and well-being of those diagnosed with cancer.

To be eligible for this study, participants should be between 20 and 89 years old and must be able to stand and engage in the exercise safely. Women who can become pregnant need to confirm they are not pregnant and agree to use birth control during the study. Participants will undergo an assessment to ensure they are fit for the exercise program. Those with severe joint or heart conditions, or who are pregnant, will not be able to join. If you participate, you can expect to take part in monitored exercise sessions aimed at helping you gain strength and improve your fitness while receiving support throughout the process.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Age 20-89 years
• • 2. Women of child-bearing potential must verbally confirm lack of pregnancy prior to enrollment. They should also consent to use adequate contraception during the course of the study.
• • 3. Participants must be determined capable of engaging in resistance training by exercise personnel and/or study PI and must be able to stand.
• • 4. Participants must complete an assessment by EOC staff and be determined safe to engage in the workout regimen by the study exercise personnel. Any individuals not deemed safe to participate in the basic EOC exercise program will be referred to physical therapy or elsewhere
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Severe arthritic, joint, cardiovascular, or musculoskeletal condition that would interfere with exercise program
• • 2. Individuals deemed able to engage in more intense resistance training utilizing compound movements will not be eligible
• • 3. Pregnant women