Study: Gynaecology Exercise and Mindfulness Study (GEMS)

Link to study information: https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05561413

Country: UK

Start date: 2022-06-14

Publications: Evaluating the effectiveness of mindfulness alone compared to exercise and mindfulness on fatigue in women with gynaecology cancer (GEMS): Protocol for a randomised feasibility trial; Kairen McCloy, Ciara Hughes, Lynn Dunwoody, Joanne Marley, Ian Cleland, Federico Cruciani, Catherine Saunders, Jackie Gracey; PLOS; Published: October 26, 2023; https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0278252

Abstract: The aim of this study is to explore the feasibility and effectiveness of conducting a mindfulness and home-based walking and strength training program on fatigue, psychological outcomes and quality of life for gynecological cancer survivors. The intervention consists of a 8 week mindfulness and home based walking and strengthening program for gynecology survivors. It will be delivered through a specifically designed app. The aim would be to gradually increase exercise and mindfulness levels so participants start to achieve the recommended levels of activity per week. Participants will be recruited via cancer Charites and their service users either directly and through social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter). Both groups will receive an intervention either mindfulness alone or mindfulness and exercise. Assessments will be taken at baseline (0 weeks) and post intervention (8 weeks). Both groups will complete the same assessments at the same time-points.