Effects of Latin Dancing on Sleep Quality in Hispanic Cancer Survivors

Summary

The primary objective is to assess the feasibility, acceptability and explore the impact of a culturally appropriate Latin Dance intervention vs. Usual Care on sleep quality for Hispanic cancer survivors. Secondary objectives are to examine the preliminary efficacy of a culturally appropriate Latin Dance intervention on secondary cancer- and treatment-related side effects (e.g., Quality of Life, distress, insomnia, fatigue).

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

* Be 18 years of age or older
* Self-identify as Hispanic and/or Latino(a)
* Have a confirmed diagnosis of a solid tumor or hematologic malignancy
* Must have completed primary cancer treatment 3+ months prior to enrollment (e.g., chemotherapy, surgery, and/or radiation therapy but may be on hormonal therapy and/or immunotherapy or other long-term therapies)
* Have sleep disturbance (indicated by a response of 3 or more on the MD Anderson Symptom Inventory sleep question by using an 11-point scale anchored by 0 \[no sleep disturbance\] and 10 \[worst possible sleep disturbance\]
* Be able to read and understand English and/or Spanish
* Physically Inactive (\<150 minutes of vigorous exercise/week within the past 3 months)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Current regular Latin dancing practice within the past year (2-3 times a week over a period of two months that is not interrupted).
* Inability to speak and read English or Spanish proficiently
* Inability to understand informed consent
* Medical conditions that can cause sleep impairment: sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, shift work
* Regular use of a walker or wheelchair
* Healing or unhealed fractures
* Heart failure
* Life expectancy \<12 months
* Unwilling to be randomized to study arms and/or commit to 8 weeks of classes and a follow-up assessment

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