Strength Training and ADLs in Childhood Leukemia and Lymphoma Patients

Effects of a Specific Strength Training Regarding Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) Associated With Movement During Treatment of Leukemia or Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma in Childhood and Adolescence

Reduced activity levels and reduced muscular strength could severely impair the activities of daily living (ADLs) in pediatric leukemia and Non-Hodgkin lymphoma patients. Increased muscle strength is associated with improved accomplishment of ADLs and consequently greatest possible normality, autonomy and mobility. Primary outcome of this RCT (n=20/20) is the analysis of effects of a treatment-associated and close to every day life strength training (2-3 times/week) compared to a general exercise program (standard care).

Inclusion Criteria:

• Diagnosed with Acute Leukemia or Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
• Diagnosed and/or treated at the Kinderklinik München Schwabing, Technische Universität München
• Informed consent as documented by signature

Exclusion Criteria:

• Medical contraindications regarding strength training (e.g. risk of bleeding, ...)
• Contraindications to one of the inclusion criteria mentioned above
• Inability to follow the procedures and understand the intervention and assessments of this study, e.g. due to cognitive impairment, language problems, psychological disorders etc.