COMPASS Study
COMmunity for Physical Activity and Supportive nutrition Strategies
A fully online study for pancreatic cancer patients
COMPASS (COMmunity for Physical Activity and Supportive nutrition Strategies) is a research study for people with pancreatic cancer who are starting chemotherapy before possible surgery. The goal of COMPASS is to learn whether a web based exercise and nutrition program can help support patients during treatment.
How does it work?
By joining COMPASS, you will receive access to a study web portal designed specifically for people with pancreatic cancer.
The web portal includes:
- Evidence based exercise recommendations tailored to your abilities and needs
- Nutrition recommendations for healthy eating during treatment
- Exercise videos and educational resources
- Recipe, shopping guides, and diet resources
- Weekly messages that provide encouragement and support
- Access to exercise and nutrition coaches who can answer your questions, help you navigate the web portal, and support you throughout the study
You will also receive a Fitbit activity tracker to help you monitor your physical activity throughout the study.
What will I do?
If you join COMPASS, you will be asked to:
- Complete online surveys throughout your treatment
- Use the COMPASS web portal to access personalized exercise and nutrition recommendations and resources
- Use your Fitbit activity tracker
- Share feedback about your experience with the COMPASS program
Where will it be held?
COMPASS is fully remote. Study activities can be completed from home, and no additional travel to OHSU is required.
Who may be eligible?
You may be eligible if you:
- Have pancreatic cancer
- Are planning to start chemotherapy before possible surgery
- Are 18 years of age or older
- Are fluent in English
When does it start?
The COMPASS study is currently enrolling.
Contact us
To learn more about the COMPASS study, please contact the study team:
- Email: COMPASSproject@ohsu.edu
- Phone: (503)-494-5618