Despite improvements in treatments, head and neck cancer survivors (HNCS) still endure acute and chronic side effects such as loss of muscular strength, limitations in physical functioning, fatigue, and swallowing difficulties that impact quality of life (QoL) and limit return to work. Light-to-moderate intensity strength training (LMST) has been shown to improve some side effects. Heavy lifting strength training (HLST) may further improve outcomes in some populations, however, only one small pilot study has focused on HNCS. The LIFTING 2 trial will be the first to examine the feasibility and effects of a HLST program versus no exercise in HNCS.
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Recruitment rate
Timeframe: Baseline, postintervention (12 weeks), and monitored throughout 12 week study period
Adherence to a heavy lifting strength training program
Timeframe: Baseline, postintervention (12 weeks), and monitored throughout 12 week study period
Completion of maximal strength testing
Timeframe: Baseline and postintervention (12 weeks)
Followup assessment rate
Timeframe: Postintervention (12 weeks)
Safety
Timeframe: Baseline, postintervention (12 weeks), and monitored throughout 12 week study period