OncoMatch/Clinical Trials/NCT06289049

Heavy Strength Training in Head and Neck Cancer Survivors

Is NCT06289049 recruiting? Yes, currently enrolling (May 2026). This Phase 2 trial studies non-drug interventions for head and neck neoplasms.

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.