Using Technology to Improve Physical Activity Levels Among Postmenopausal Women (The Active & Aware Study)
| Status: | Completed |
|---|---|
| Conditions: | Breast Cancer, Cancer |
| Therapuetic Areas: | Oncology |
| Healthy: | No |
| Age Range: | 18 - 80 |
| Updated: | 5/3/2014 |
| Start Date: | April 2013 |
| End Date: | December 2014 |
| Contact: | Lisa A Cadmus-Bertram, PhD |
| Email: | lcadmus@ucsd.edu |
| Phone: | 858-822-6799 |
Using Technology to Promote Activity in Women at Elevated Breast Cancer Risk
Women who are overweight or do not exercise are at higher risk for breast cancer after
menopause. This study will test a new electronic device that measures the body's movement
and works alongside a website to help women increase their physical activity level. If
effective, this system could be tested in larger studies aiming to reduce breast cancer risk
by reducing or preventing obesity.
menopause. This study will test a new electronic device that measures the body's movement
and works alongside a website to help women increase their physical activity level. If
effective, this system could be tested in larger studies aiming to reduce breast cancer risk
by reducing or preventing obesity.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Female
- Postmenopausal
- BMI >= 25.0 kg/m2
- Physically inactive
- Internet user with regular access to high-speed internet
- Willing and able to complete study requirements
Exclusion Criteria:
- History of invasive breast cancer
- Medical contraindication to exercise
- Medical problem or other issue that would interfere with intervention
- Current participation in another physical activity study
We found this trial at
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3855 Health Sciences Dr,
La Jolla, California 92093
La Jolla, California 92093
(858) 822-6100
UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center Established in 1978, UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center...
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