Exercise program for people with multiple myeloma before stem cell transplant
Tests a supported exercise program for adults with multiple myeloma during chemotherapy.
Plain-language title generated from the registry record
Registry title: Prehab Prior to Stem Cell Transplantation in Multiple Myeloma
Key facts
- Where
- Edmonton, CanadaSee the site
AI summary: who the study is looking for
From the trial's eligibility criteria. Machine-read from the registry text on this page, so it can be wrong. The registry text below and the trial team decide who can take part.
The trial is looking for adults with multiple myeloma who are having chemotherapy around a stem cell transplant. It tests a 10-week exercise program.
- Age
- 18 years or older
- Sex
- Men and women can join
- Disease stage
- Multiple myeloma, being treated with chemotherapy before or after an autologous stem cell transplant, or not able to have a transplant
Main reasons for not taking part
- Disease or other health problems that prevent exercise testing or taking part
- Cannot commit to the 10-week exercise program and testing sessions at the Cancer Rehabilitation Clinic at the University of Alberta
- No regular internet access or electronic device at home
Read by machine on 9 November 2026.
Where in Canada
- University of Alberta - Cross Cancer InstituteEdmonton, CanadaTaking people
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Contact the study team: see the registry record → Contacts and Locations
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- Who runs it
- University of Alberta
- Trial code
- NCT06280924
- Record updated
- 23 October 2026
- Original description
The primary purpose of this study is to see if individuals with Multiple Myeloma are able and interested in taking part in a tailored exercise program while undergoing their chemotherapy prior to a stem cell transplant. We also hope to learn if this type of program, along with a flexible delivery format (in-person and virtual), helps in maintaining or improving physical fitness, muscle mass and strength, and quality of life during chemotherapy.Read full original descriptionShow less
Multiple Myeloma Exercise Prehabilitation for Individuals Awaiting a Stem Cell Transplantation (MOTIVATE): A Randomized Controlled Feasibility Trial
The primary purpose of this study is to see if individuals with Multiple Myeloma are able and interested in taking part in a tailored exercise program while undergoing their chemotherapy prior to a stem cell transplant. We also hope to learn if this type of program, along with a flexible delivery format (in-person and virtual), helps in maintaining or improving physical fitness, muscle mass and strength, and quality of life during chemotherapy.
Inclusion: Have a diagnosis of Multiple Myeloma; Be transplant eligible; Be undergoing chemotherapy prior to, or following an autologous stem cell transplant as part of their cancer treatment; or transplant ineligible; Be an Alberta resident; Be ≥18 years of age; Be able to read and understand English.
Exclusion: Their disease status/comorbidities preclude exercise testing or participation; They are unable to commit to the 10-week exercise program and/or testing sessions at the Cancer Rehabilitation Clinic at the University of Alberta; They do not have regular access to the internet and/or an electronic device in the home.