Preoperative Rehabilitation During Neoadjuvant Therapy for Pancreatic Cancer

Series of physical and quality of life assessments administered to participants, taking about 20 minutes to complete.

Participants instructed to perform resistance/strengthening exercises for 30 minutes two times each week. Participants to walk 20-30 minutes at least 3 times a week. Participants issued a set of 3 resistance exercise bands with which the exercises can be performed.

Within 7 days after being enrolled on study, participant meets with a dietitian to discuss nutrition.

Participants receive phone calls from study staff every 2 weeks for 6 weeks to check for adherence, and if they are having any side effects from the exercise.

Exercise instructional booklet given to all participants describing all exercises.