Breathe Easier+ for Lung Cancer Survivors

This trial tests a 12-week program called Breathe Easier+, designed to help lung cancer survivors improve physical activity and manage stress. The program focuses on increasing fitness and reducing symptoms such as fatigue, breathlessness, and stress. Participants will use digital tools like Fitbits and smartphones to follow a walking program, engage in resistance training, and practice meditation. This trial suits non-small cell lung cancer survivors who completed treatment in the past two years and can safely engage in physical activities. As an unphased trial, it offers a unique opportunity for survivors to enhance recovery and well-being through innovative methods.

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your healthcare provider.

Research has shown that treatments like Breathe Easier+ are generally safe for lung cancer survivors. In previous studies, similar programs reported no serious side effects. These studies often aim to enhance physical activity and manage stress through mindfulness and exercise, methods that participants usually handle well.

Breathe Easier+ is unique because it combines a holistic approach to improving the quality of life for lung cancer survivors, rather than focusing solely on medical or pharmaceutical interventions. Unlike standard treatments that primarily involve chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery, Breathe Easier+ incorporates guided instruction through a digital manual, a personalized walking program, resistance training sessions, and regular support via weekly telephone coaching and daily text messages. Researchers are excited about this approach because it addresses both physical and emotional well-being, aiming to empower survivors with tools and habits that could lead to sustained health improvements and enhanced recovery.

Research has shown that programs like Breathe Easier+ benefit lung cancer survivors. The mindfulness activities in Breathe Easier+ help lower stress and depression and improve overall well-being. The program's breathing exercises may also reduce issues like pneumonia after surgery. Other studies with similar programs have noted improvements in physical activity and fitness. These findings suggest that Breathe Easier+ could enhance the well-being of lung cancer survivors in several ways.¹⁵⁶⁷⁸