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A Comparison of Aerobic and Resistance Exercise to Counteract Treatment Side Effects in Men With Prostate Cancer

Primary Purpose

Exercise, Prostate Cancer

Status
Recruiting
Phase
Phase 1
Locations
Ireland
Study Type
Interventional
Intervention
Exercise
Sponsored by
Kira Murphy
About
Eligibility
Locations
Arms
Outcomes
Full info

About this trial

This is an interventional health services research trial for Exercise focused on measuring Prostate Cancer, Physical Fitness, Androgen Deprivation Therapy, Exercise, Cancer

Eligibility Criteria

18 Years - undefined (Adult, Older Adult)MaleDoes not accept healthy volunteers

Inclusion Criteria:

  • >18 years of age with a histologically diagnosed prostate cancer
  • Prescribed ADT (Androgen deprivation Therapy)
  • Self-reported not to be partaking in regular exercise (structured aerobic or resistance training ≥ 2 sessions/week) in the past 3 months.
  • Medically cleared to exercise by their oncologist

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Prior exposure to ADT >12 months
  • Prior hypogonadism
  • Established metastatic bone disease
  • Established Osteoporosis
  • Musculoskeletal/Cardiovascular and/or Neurological disease that could put them at risk from exercise as judged by the attending physician.

Sites / Locations

  • WIT Sports ArenaRecruiting

Arms of the Study

Arm 1

Arm 2

Arm Type

Experimental

Experimental

Arm Label

Aerobic Emphasised Exercise Intervention

Resistance Emphasised Exercise Intervention

Arm Description

The intervention will comprise of 24 weeks of twice weekly supervised exercise sessions, emphasising aerobic exercise. To reflect a real-world setting, each group will experience both aerobic and resistance exercise, but there will be a 75%:25% predominant: subsidiary mode emphasis based on exercise duration within each session.

The intervention will comprise of 24 weeks of twice weekly supervised exercise sessions, emphasising resistance exercise. To reflect a real-world setting, each group will experience both aerobic and resistance exercise, but there will be a 75%:25% predominant: subsidiary mode emphasis based on exercise duration of exercise within each session.

Outcomes

Primary Outcome Measures

Feasibility- recruitment rate (%)
The recruitment rate will be established by comparing the number of potential participants approached and how many agreed to participate in the trial. This will be reported in percentage format.
Feasibility- retention rate (%)
Percentage of participants that completed the 24 week intervention compared to the number of participants randomised. This will be reported in percentage format.
Feasibility- exercise program adherence through attendance %.
The research team will report adherence to the exercise program through attendance of supervised classes. Attendance will be reported as a percentage.
Feasibility- exercise prescription adherence (% of modified sessions compared to attended exercise sessions)
The research team will report adherence to the exercise prescription by reporting the number of modified sessions compared to attended exercise sessions. This will be reported as a percentage.
Feasibility- Adverse Event using CTCAE v4.0 grading system.
The research team will report any adverse events in general or in relation to the exercise program using CTCAE v4.0 grading system.
Feasibility- Patient satisfaction/acceptability through qualitative evaluation.
Determined by qualitative evaluation, using semi structured interviews and exit surveys to evaluate the acceptability, experiences and feasibility of the intervention.

Secondary Outcome Measures

General quality of life by questionnaire
The RAND 36-Item Health Survey comprises of 36 questions and assesses eight health concepts: physical functioning, bodily pain, role limitations due to physical health problems, role limitations due to personal or emotional problems, emotional well-being, social functioning, energy/fatigue, and general health perceptions. Scores range from 0-100. A higher score indicates a high quality of life and a favourable health status.
Cancer Specific quality of life by questionnaire
The European Organisation for the Research and Treatment of Cancer Core Quality of Life Questionnaire (EORTC QLQ-C30) comprises of 30 questions, categorised into five functioning scales (physical, role, cognitive, emotional and social), three symptom scales (fatigue, pain and nausea/vomiting) and one global health status scale. The remaining six single-item (dyspnoea, appetite loss, sleep disturbance, constipation, diarrhoea and the financial impact) scales assess symptoms. Scores range from 0-100. A higher score for the functional scales and global health status indicates better functioning and quality of life. A higher score on the symptom and single-item scales denotes a high level of symptoms (i.e. a poor quality of life).
Prostate cancer specific quality of life by questionnaire
The European Organisation for the Research and Treatment of Cancer Core Quality of Life Questionnaire (EORTC QLQ-PR25) is a prostate cancer supplementary questionnaire module to be employed in conjunction with EORTC QLQ-C30. It comprises of five multi-item scales to assess sexual activity, sexual functioning, urinary symptoms, bowel symptoms and hormonal treatment-related symptoms and one single item assessing incontinence. Scores range from 0-100. A high score for the sexual activity and sexual functioning scales represents a high level of functioning. A high score for urinary, bowel and hormonal treatment related symptoms scales and incontinence aid item represents a high level of symptomatology.
Fatigue by questionnaire
The Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy - Fatigue (FACIT-Fatigue) questionnaire will be used to measure fatigue. Patients will score 13 fatigue items over the past 7 days on a scale (0 = not at all; 4 = very much), generating a total (0 - 52). A higher score indicates lower levels of fatigue.
Physical Activity (subjective) by questionnaire
The Godin Leisure Time Exercise questionnaire will be used to calculate the average amount of strenuous, moderate and light exercise a participant performs in a typical 7 day period. A score of 24 units or more indicates the participant is active, 14-23 units indicates moderately active and less than 14 units suggests the participant is insufficiently active/sedentary.
Anthropometric assessment.
Height will be measured in cm and body weight in kg, which will be combined to report BMI in kg/m(squared).
Waist and Hip circumference analysis (cms)
Waist circumference and hip circumference will be measured in centimetres. These two measurements will be used to calculate the participants waist: hip ratio. All measurements will be taken in duplication and averaged before data entry. If there is a substantial difference between the two measures, a third measurement will be taken.
Body composition (fat mass) analysis using Dual Energy X Ray Absorptiometry (Dexa)
Fat mass (grams and percentage) will be assessed using DEXA (Horizon W, Hologic, 304492M). Participants will be scanned after an overnight fast and will be instructed to regulate their water/fluid intake in the days leading up to the scan, so they are adequately hydrated. All scans will be completed at the same time as much as possible to account for physiological changes in body composition throughout the day.
Body composition (fat and lean mass) analysis using Dual Energy X Ray Absorptiometry (Dexa)
Lean mass (grams and percentage) will be assessed using DEXA (Horizon W, Hologic, 304492M). Participants will be scanned after an overnight fast and will be instructed to regulate their water/fluid intake in the days leading up to the scan, so they are adequately hydrated. All scans will be completed at the same time as much as possible to account for physiological changes in body composition throughout the day.
Bone density (BMD) measurement
Whole body bone Density will be measured using DEXA (Horizon W, Hologic, 304492M). BMD will be measured in g/cm(squared) and used to calculate a T-score (SD). A T-score shows how much a participant's BMD is higher or lower than the BMD of a healthy 30 year old adult and is the score most commonly used to diagnose low BMD.
Visceral fat area (VAT Area) in cm(squared)
Visceral fat area will be assessed using DEXA (Horizon W, Hologic, 304492M). It will be measured in cm(squared). Participants will be scanned after an overnight fast and will be instructed to regulate their water/fluid intake in the days leading up to the scan, so they are adequately hydrated. All scans will be completed at the same time as much as possible to account for physiological changes in body composition throughout the day
Atrial stiffness measured by a Pulse Wave Velocity Assessment (m/s)
A carotid-femoral pulse wave velocity test will be performed to assess arterial stiffness. It will be measured in meters per seconds (m/s). This will be performed as per manufactural instructions using a Complior, Alam medical device. Measurements will be taken in duplicate and the mean recorded, with a third measurement taken if difference between the two measurements is more than 0.5 m/s and median recorded.
Blood pressure (mmHg)
Blood pressure (diastolic and systolic) measured at rest. Blood pressure will be taken according to the American Heart Association's (AHA) guidelines. At least two readings and the average recorded. Additional readings will be taken if the difference between the two reading exceeds 5mm Hg.
Cardiovascular Fitness
Cardiovascular fitness will be determined by a submaximal incremental treadmill test using a modified Bruce protocol. The test will be scored by the time (minutes and seconds) taken to test completion. A longer time to completion means superior cardiovascular fitness.
Peak torque/power for knee extension and flexion
An isokinetic dynamometry for knee extension and flexion will also be performed on a Biodex (Advantage BX™ Software Update v5.3.00) to measure peak torque (n.M) and power, using a similar protocol as previously used in cancer patients.
Lower limb strength [Leg Press]
Leg press 1 repetition maximum will be measured in kilograms (kg). A 1 repetition maximum is defined as the highest load that can be lifted through full range of movement for one time.
Upper limb strength [Chest Press]
Chest press 1 repetition maximum will be measured in kilograms (kg). A 1 repetition maximum is defined as the highest load that can be lifted through full range of movement for one time.
Functional Ability Assessment (Timed up and go)
The timed up and go assess the time (in seconds) it takes for a person to rise from a chair, walk three meters, turn around 180 degrees, walk back to the chair, and sit down while turning 180 degrees. It assesses mobility, balance, walking ability and falls risk in older adults. A lower score indicates better physical function.
Functional Ability Assessment (Sit to stand)
Sit to stand assesses the maximal repetitions a participant can stand up from a chair in 30 seconds. A higher score indicates better physical function.
Functional Ability Assessment (Grip test)
A hand-held dynamometry will be used to measure grip strength for each arm. this is a measure of upper body strength and a higher score suggests better upper body strength
Functional Ability Assessment (Bess Balance test)
The Balance Error Scoring System is an objective measure of assessing static postural stability. A lower score= better balance and reduced falls risk.
Functional Ability Assessment (6 minute walk test)
A 6-min walk test measured the maximal meters walked in six minutes. A higher score indicated superior aerobic endurance and capacity.
Functional Ability Assessment (Sit and reach)
The sit and reach test measures linear flexibility. The score is the most distant point (cm) reached with the fingertips. A higher score indicates better flexibility
Biomarker Analysis: Blood lipids (mmol/L)
Blood lipids (total cholesterol, triglycerides, LDH and HDL) will be analysed Fasting blood will be taken from all participants using a standard venipuncture technique. All bloods will be analyzed in a certified clinical lab.
Biomarker Analysis: Glucose (mmol/L)
Fasted blood will be used to measure blood glucose (mmol/L),
Biomarker Analysis: Insulin (mIU/L)
Fasted blood will be used to measure blood insulin (mIU/L)
Biomarker Analysis: C-Reactive Protein (CRP)
Fasted blood will be used to measure C-reactive protein (mg/dL).

Full Information

First Posted
October 31, 2021
Last Updated
December 13, 2021
Sponsor
Kira Murphy
Collaborators
Irish Research Council, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Waterford Instituate of Technology
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1. Study Identification

Unique Protocol Identification Number
NCT05156424
Brief Title
A Comparison of Aerobic and Resistance Exercise to Counteract Treatment Side Effects in Men With Prostate Cancer
Official Title
A Comparison of Aerobic and Resistance Exercise for Counteracting the Adverse Effects of Androgen Deprivation Therapy in Men With Prostate Cancer
Study Type
Interventional

2. Study Status

Record Verification Date
December 2021
Overall Recruitment Status
Recruiting
Study Start Date
September 9, 2021 (Actual)
Primary Completion Date
March 1, 2023 (Anticipated)
Study Completion Date
March 1, 2023 (Anticipated)

3. Sponsor/Collaborators

Responsible Party, by Official Title
Sponsor-Investigator
Name of the Sponsor
Kira Murphy
Collaborators
Irish Research Council, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Waterford Instituate of Technology

4. Oversight

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Drug Product
No
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Device Product
No
Data Monitoring Committee
No

5. Study Description

Brief Summary
Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men. Those in the intermediate/high-risk categories typically receive androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) and radiotherapy. ADT greatly reduces androgen production as prostate cancer is dependent on testosterone and dihydrotestosterone for its growth.The side effects of ADT therapy are extensive and include changes in body composition (muscle loss, bone loss and fat gain), strength, mood, physical function, sexual function and increased cardiovascular risk and fatigue. Many of these side effects can be influenced by exercise training, both resistance training and aerobic training. However, the most appropriate exercise regime for men undergoing ADT has received little research attention.
Detailed Description
Although many interventions for prostate survivors emphasise resistance exercise to maintain muscle mass and strength. Arguments could equally be made for programmes emphasising aerobic exercise for fatigue, anxiety, cardiovascular risk reduction and indeed overall survival. Comparisons of programmes that emphasise each exercise mode are clearly required. Therefore the overall purpose of this feasibility and pilot randomised control trial is to determine the feasibility and preliminary effectiveness of an aerobic emphasised exercise program (AE) verses a resistance emphasise exercise program (RE) in a rehabilitation setting, over 6 months, for prostate cancer men undergoing Androgen Deprivation Therapy (ADT).

6. Conditions and Keywords

Primary Disease or Condition Being Studied in the Trial, or the Focus of the Study
Exercise, Prostate Cancer
Keywords
Prostate Cancer, Physical Fitness, Androgen Deprivation Therapy, Exercise, Cancer

7. Study Design

Primary Purpose
Health Services Research
Study Phase
Phase 1, Phase 2
Interventional Study Model
Parallel Assignment
Model Description
Pilot randomised control trial
Masking
None (Open Label)
Allocation
Randomized
Enrollment
24 (Anticipated)

8. Arms, Groups, and Interventions

Arm Title
Aerobic Emphasised Exercise Intervention
Arm Type
Experimental
Arm Description
The intervention will comprise of 24 weeks of twice weekly supervised exercise sessions, emphasising aerobic exercise. To reflect a real-world setting, each group will experience both aerobic and resistance exercise, but there will be a 75%:25% predominant: subsidiary mode emphasis based on exercise duration within each session.
Arm Title
Resistance Emphasised Exercise Intervention
Arm Type
Experimental
Arm Description
The intervention will comprise of 24 weeks of twice weekly supervised exercise sessions, emphasising resistance exercise. To reflect a real-world setting, each group will experience both aerobic and resistance exercise, but there will be a 75%:25% predominant: subsidiary mode emphasis based on exercise duration of exercise within each session.
Intervention Type
Other
Intervention Name(s)
Exercise
Intervention Description
An individualised, progressive and autoregulated exercise programme, supervised by a trained professional.
Primary Outcome Measure Information:
Title
Feasibility- recruitment rate (%)
Description
The recruitment rate will be established by comparing the number of potential participants approached and how many agreed to participate in the trial. This will be reported in percentage format.
Time Frame
At study conclusion
Title
Feasibility- retention rate (%)
Description
Percentage of participants that completed the 24 week intervention compared to the number of participants randomised. This will be reported in percentage format.
Time Frame
Intervention conclusion 24 weeks
Title
Feasibility- exercise program adherence through attendance %.
Description
The research team will report adherence to the exercise program through attendance of supervised classes. Attendance will be reported as a percentage.
Time Frame
Throughout 24 week intervention
Title
Feasibility- exercise prescription adherence (% of modified sessions compared to attended exercise sessions)
Description
The research team will report adherence to the exercise prescription by reporting the number of modified sessions compared to attended exercise sessions. This will be reported as a percentage.
Time Frame
Throughout 24 week intervention
Title
Feasibility- Adverse Event using CTCAE v4.0 grading system.
Description
The research team will report any adverse events in general or in relation to the exercise program using CTCAE v4.0 grading system.
Time Frame
At study conclusion
Title
Feasibility- Patient satisfaction/acceptability through qualitative evaluation.
Description
Determined by qualitative evaluation, using semi structured interviews and exit surveys to evaluate the acceptability, experiences and feasibility of the intervention.
Time Frame
Following intervention conclusion at 24 weeks
Secondary Outcome Measure Information:
Title
General quality of life by questionnaire
Description
The RAND 36-Item Health Survey comprises of 36 questions and assesses eight health concepts: physical functioning, bodily pain, role limitations due to physical health problems, role limitations due to personal or emotional problems, emotional well-being, social functioning, energy/fatigue, and general health perceptions. Scores range from 0-100. A higher score indicates a high quality of life and a favourable health status.
Time Frame
At baseline, 8 weeks and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Cancer Specific quality of life by questionnaire
Description
The European Organisation for the Research and Treatment of Cancer Core Quality of Life Questionnaire (EORTC QLQ-C30) comprises of 30 questions, categorised into five functioning scales (physical, role, cognitive, emotional and social), three symptom scales (fatigue, pain and nausea/vomiting) and one global health status scale. The remaining six single-item (dyspnoea, appetite loss, sleep disturbance, constipation, diarrhoea and the financial impact) scales assess symptoms. Scores range from 0-100. A higher score for the functional scales and global health status indicates better functioning and quality of life. A higher score on the symptom and single-item scales denotes a high level of symptoms (i.e. a poor quality of life).
Time Frame
At baseline, 8 weeks and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Prostate cancer specific quality of life by questionnaire
Description
The European Organisation for the Research and Treatment of Cancer Core Quality of Life Questionnaire (EORTC QLQ-PR25) is a prostate cancer supplementary questionnaire module to be employed in conjunction with EORTC QLQ-C30. It comprises of five multi-item scales to assess sexual activity, sexual functioning, urinary symptoms, bowel symptoms and hormonal treatment-related symptoms and one single item assessing incontinence. Scores range from 0-100. A high score for the sexual activity and sexual functioning scales represents a high level of functioning. A high score for urinary, bowel and hormonal treatment related symptoms scales and incontinence aid item represents a high level of symptomatology.
Time Frame
At baseline, 8 weeks and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Fatigue by questionnaire
Description
The Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy - Fatigue (FACIT-Fatigue) questionnaire will be used to measure fatigue. Patients will score 13 fatigue items over the past 7 days on a scale (0 = not at all; 4 = very much), generating a total (0 - 52). A higher score indicates lower levels of fatigue.
Time Frame
At baseline, 8 weeks and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Physical Activity (subjective) by questionnaire
Description
The Godin Leisure Time Exercise questionnaire will be used to calculate the average amount of strenuous, moderate and light exercise a participant performs in a typical 7 day period. A score of 24 units or more indicates the participant is active, 14-23 units indicates moderately active and less than 14 units suggests the participant is insufficiently active/sedentary.
Time Frame
At baseline, 8 weeks and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Anthropometric assessment.
Description
Height will be measured in cm and body weight in kg, which will be combined to report BMI in kg/m(squared).
Time Frame
At baseline and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Waist and Hip circumference analysis (cms)
Description
Waist circumference and hip circumference will be measured in centimetres. These two measurements will be used to calculate the participants waist: hip ratio. All measurements will be taken in duplication and averaged before data entry. If there is a substantial difference between the two measures, a third measurement will be taken.
Time Frame
At baseline and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Body composition (fat mass) analysis using Dual Energy X Ray Absorptiometry (Dexa)
Description
Fat mass (grams and percentage) will be assessed using DEXA (Horizon W, Hologic, 304492M). Participants will be scanned after an overnight fast and will be instructed to regulate their water/fluid intake in the days leading up to the scan, so they are adequately hydrated. All scans will be completed at the same time as much as possible to account for physiological changes in body composition throughout the day.
Time Frame
At baseline and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Body composition (fat and lean mass) analysis using Dual Energy X Ray Absorptiometry (Dexa)
Description
Lean mass (grams and percentage) will be assessed using DEXA (Horizon W, Hologic, 304492M). Participants will be scanned after an overnight fast and will be instructed to regulate their water/fluid intake in the days leading up to the scan, so they are adequately hydrated. All scans will be completed at the same time as much as possible to account for physiological changes in body composition throughout the day.
Time Frame
At baseline and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Bone density (BMD) measurement
Description
Whole body bone Density will be measured using DEXA (Horizon W, Hologic, 304492M). BMD will be measured in g/cm(squared) and used to calculate a T-score (SD). A T-score shows how much a participant's BMD is higher or lower than the BMD of a healthy 30 year old adult and is the score most commonly used to diagnose low BMD.
Time Frame
At baseline and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Visceral fat area (VAT Area) in cm(squared)
Description
Visceral fat area will be assessed using DEXA (Horizon W, Hologic, 304492M). It will be measured in cm(squared). Participants will be scanned after an overnight fast and will be instructed to regulate their water/fluid intake in the days leading up to the scan, so they are adequately hydrated. All scans will be completed at the same time as much as possible to account for physiological changes in body composition throughout the day
Time Frame
At baseline and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Atrial stiffness measured by a Pulse Wave Velocity Assessment (m/s)
Description
A carotid-femoral pulse wave velocity test will be performed to assess arterial stiffness. It will be measured in meters per seconds (m/s). This will be performed as per manufactural instructions using a Complior, Alam medical device. Measurements will be taken in duplicate and the mean recorded, with a third measurement taken if difference between the two measurements is more than 0.5 m/s and median recorded.
Time Frame
At baseline and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Blood pressure (mmHg)
Description
Blood pressure (diastolic and systolic) measured at rest. Blood pressure will be taken according to the American Heart Association's (AHA) guidelines. At least two readings and the average recorded. Additional readings will be taken if the difference between the two reading exceeds 5mm Hg.
Time Frame
At baseline and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Cardiovascular Fitness
Description
Cardiovascular fitness will be determined by a submaximal incremental treadmill test using a modified Bruce protocol. The test will be scored by the time (minutes and seconds) taken to test completion. A longer time to completion means superior cardiovascular fitness.
Time Frame
0(baseline), 8 weeks and 6 months (end of intervention)
Title
Peak torque/power for knee extension and flexion
Description
An isokinetic dynamometry for knee extension and flexion will also be performed on a Biodex (Advantage BX™ Software Update v5.3.00) to measure peak torque (n.M) and power, using a similar protocol as previously used in cancer patients.
Time Frame
At baseline and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Lower limb strength [Leg Press]
Description
Leg press 1 repetition maximum will be measured in kilograms (kg). A 1 repetition maximum is defined as the highest load that can be lifted through full range of movement for one time.
Time Frame
At baseline and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Upper limb strength [Chest Press]
Description
Chest press 1 repetition maximum will be measured in kilograms (kg). A 1 repetition maximum is defined as the highest load that can be lifted through full range of movement for one time.
Time Frame
At baseline and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Functional Ability Assessment (Timed up and go)
Description
The timed up and go assess the time (in seconds) it takes for a person to rise from a chair, walk three meters, turn around 180 degrees, walk back to the chair, and sit down while turning 180 degrees. It assesses mobility, balance, walking ability and falls risk in older adults. A lower score indicates better physical function.
Time Frame
At baseline, 8 weeks and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Functional Ability Assessment (Sit to stand)
Description
Sit to stand assesses the maximal repetitions a participant can stand up from a chair in 30 seconds. A higher score indicates better physical function.
Time Frame
At baseline, 8 weeks and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Functional Ability Assessment (Grip test)
Description
A hand-held dynamometry will be used to measure grip strength for each arm. this is a measure of upper body strength and a higher score suggests better upper body strength
Time Frame
At baseline, 8 weeks and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Functional Ability Assessment (Bess Balance test)
Description
The Balance Error Scoring System is an objective measure of assessing static postural stability. A lower score= better balance and reduced falls risk.
Time Frame
At baseline, 8 weeks and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Functional Ability Assessment (6 minute walk test)
Description
A 6-min walk test measured the maximal meters walked in six minutes. A higher score indicated superior aerobic endurance and capacity.
Time Frame
At baseline, 8 weeks and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Functional Ability Assessment (Sit and reach)
Description
The sit and reach test measures linear flexibility. The score is the most distant point (cm) reached with the fingertips. A higher score indicates better flexibility
Time Frame
At baseline, 8 weeks and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Biomarker Analysis: Blood lipids (mmol/L)
Description
Blood lipids (total cholesterol, triglycerides, LDH and HDL) will be analysed Fasting blood will be taken from all participants using a standard venipuncture technique. All bloods will be analyzed in a certified clinical lab.
Time Frame
At baseline and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Biomarker Analysis: Glucose (mmol/L)
Description
Fasted blood will be used to measure blood glucose (mmol/L),
Time Frame
At baseline and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Biomarker Analysis: Insulin (mIU/L)
Description
Fasted blood will be used to measure blood insulin (mIU/L)
Time Frame
At baseline and 24 weeks (end of intervention)
Title
Biomarker Analysis: C-Reactive Protein (CRP)
Description
Fasted blood will be used to measure C-reactive protein (mg/dL).
Time Frame
At baseline and 24 weeks (end of intervention)

10. Eligibility

Sex
Male
Gender Based
Yes
Gender Eligibility Description
Men diagnosed with prostate cancer will be recruited.
Minimum Age & Unit of Time
18 Years
Accepts Healthy Volunteers
No
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: >18 years of age with a histologically diagnosed prostate cancer Prescribed ADT (Androgen deprivation Therapy) Self-reported not to be partaking in regular exercise (structured aerobic or resistance training ≥ 2 sessions/week) in the past 3 months. Medically cleared to exercise by their oncologist Exclusion Criteria: Prior exposure to ADT >12 months Prior hypogonadism Established metastatic bone disease Established Osteoporosis Musculoskeletal/Cardiovascular and/or Neurological disease that could put them at risk from exercise as judged by the attending physician.
Central Contact Person:
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name or Official Title & Degree
Michael Dr Harrison, PhD
Phone
51302161
Ext
+353
Email
mharrison@wit.ie
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name or Official Title & Degree
Kira Ms Murphy, BSc (Hons)
Email
murphyk@upmc.ie
Overall Study Officials:
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name & Degree
Michael Dr Harrison, PhD
Organizational Affiliation
Waterford Institute of Technology
Official's Role
Principal Investigator
Facility Information:
Facility Name
WIT Sports Arena
City
Waterford
State/Province
Munster
Country
Ireland
Individual Site Status
Recruiting
Facility Contact:
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name & Degree
Kira Ms Murphy, BSc
Phone
+353 51 376827
Email
murphyk@upmc.ie
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name & Degree
Michael Dr Harrison, PhD
Phone
+353 51 302161
Email
mharrison@wit.ie
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name & Degree
Michael Dr Harrison, PhD
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name & Degree
Bróna Dr Keheo, PhD
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name & Degree
Suzanne Dr Denieffe, PhD
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name & Degree
Hacking Dr Dayle, M.B.Ch, M.Med. Rat,

12. IPD Sharing Statement

Plan to Share IPD
No
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