31/03/2026
COULD DANCE HELP WITH FATIGUE IN CLL? A research study recruiting in the South West of England.
Dr Claire Hutchinson, Consultant Haematologist in Plymouth writes:
We know that fatigue can be a real challenge for many people living with CLL, and we are interested in exploring whether a gentle, social dance programme could be a helpful and enjoyable way to support wellbeing and improve fatigue.
This study is a collaboration between Plymouth Marjon University (which runs cancer exercise programmes supported by Macmillan) and the University of Plymouth.
We are running a 10-week study to see whether this type of activity is practical and enjoyable for people with CLL. We hope this will help us develop a larger study in the future, potentially including local hubs or online options so that more people can take part.
You may be able to take part if you are living with CLL, experiencing fatigue, and currently on active monitoring (βwatch and waitβ), and are able to attend weekly sessions in the South West (Plymouth area). At the moment, we are not able to include people who are receiving treatment or expecting to start treatment during the study period.
If you choose to take part, you would be invited to attend weekly, supervised latin dance sessions in a relaxed and supportive setting, along with some simple questionnaires and physical checks before and after the programme.
There is no cost to take part. Participation is entirely voluntary, and taking part will not affect your medical care in any way.
Email [email protected] for more information.
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