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Fitness and Nutrition in Glioma

Fitness and Nutrition in Glioma

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Overview

This is a pilot study assessing the effects of combining a modified Atkins diet with a physical fitness regimen in patients with malignant glioma. A sample size of 15 participants will be enrolled in a 15-week program consisting of two weekly supervised exercise sessions combined with an individualized home exercise program and a modified Atkins diet.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Tissue confirmed diagnosis of high-grade glioma (World Health Organization grade III or IV)
  • Karnofsky Performance Status (KPS) ≥ 70%
  • Willing to follow the study intervention and follow-up
  • Able to give full informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Currently undergoing initial concurrent radiation/chemotherapy
  • Severe medical co-morbidities
  • Any medical condition which prohibits moderate to vigorous physical activity (60-85% HRmax)
  • Any medical condition which prohibits a restrictive diet
  • Neurological deficit preventing participation in moderate to vigorous physical activity
  • Severe psychiatric illness

Study details
    Malignant Glioma

NCT06665373

NYU Langone Health

6 September 2025

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