Physical Therapy for Pediatric Cancer (PEACE Trial)

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Overseen ByMargaret McNeely, PhD

Age: < 18

Sex: Any

Travel: May be covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Recruiting

Sponsor: University of Alberta

No Placebo Group

Approved in 1 jurisdiction

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?The purpose of this study is to determine the feasibility and acceptability of a hybrid in-person and virtual individualized physiotherapy program using the Healthy Eating and Active Living (HEAL-ME) online platform for children diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. We would like to know if this type of hybrid program delivery model is feasible, and if children and their parents are willing and able to participate in the program. We will do this by recording how many, and what type of physiotherapy sessions (in-person or virtual) are completed, what resources offered on the platform are accessed, and how many children complete the assessments.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for children aged 4-17 diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, who are undergoing or have completed cancer treatment. They must have internet access and be approved by their oncologist to participate. A parent or caregiver must speak and understand English.

Inclusion Criteria

I am following or have completed a cancer treatment plan approved by the Children's Oncology Group.

I am a child aged 4-17 with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, or I am their parent/carer.

Participant Groups

The study is testing a hybrid physical therapy program combining in-person sessions with virtual ones via the HEAL-ME online platform. It aims to assess if this mixed approach is workable and acceptable for young patients and their families.

1Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: InterventionExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Children will participate in six PT sessions over the course of 12 weeks and will be provided with the option to choose their preferred mode of the delivery (i.e., 1:1 in-person, 1:1 virtual, group virtual, or a combination of all). The program will be tailored to the child's age, presenting symptoms, and preferred activities. Children and parents/ caregivers will be encouraged to carry out additional tailored PT sessions through their preferred mode of delivery and to access the exercise videos provided in the additional resources section of the HEAL-ME platform.