Multicenter Trial OCEAN-OT to Study Occupational Therapy’s Role in Improving Quality of Life for Older Cancer Patients

A new multicenter, randomized controlled trial, known as OCEAN-OT, will investigate the impact of occupational therapy on the quality of life for older adults diagnosed with cancer. The study aims to assess how occupational therapy interventions influence key aspects such as physical functioning, emotional well-being, and overall daily living activities in this patient population. Researchers designed the trial to provide pragmatic insights into whether these therapies can improve outcomes for individuals facing both aging-related challenges and cancer treatment.

The protocol for the study has been published in *BMC Geriatrics*. The research will involve multiple centers and focus on older adults who are undergoing or have completed cancer treatment. By employing a randomized controlled methodology, the study seeks to generate robust data on how occupational therapy may address specific needs related to mobility, independence, and mental health among participants. This initiative represents an effort to better understand supportive care strategies that could enhance the lives of older cancer patients.

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Date: November 27, 2025

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