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Official title The VESPA Pilot Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04756245
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Physical activity has been described by the US federal government as a 'best buy' for public health. Unfortunately, most adults in the United States are not sufficiently active, and this worsens with age.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 45 to 80. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Age of 45-80 years
- Body mass index between 30-45 kg/m2
- Low-active (30 or more minutes of moderate intensity physical activity on 2 or fewer days per week)
- Have access to home Wi-Fi
- Have regular access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone to receive teleconferencing calls
You likely can't join if
- Current involvement in other physical activity research studies
- Hearing or sight impairments (significant visual or hearing impairment that cannot be corrected and results in the inability to use the telephone or...
- Dependence on a cane or walker
- More than 1 fall in the past year
- Contraindication to exercise
- Current or recent history within the last 6 months of: symptomatic coronary heart disease, cancer, liver or renal disease, severe pulmonary disease...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age of 45-80 years
- Body mass index between 30-45 kg/m2
- Low-active (30 or more minutes of moderate intensity physical activity on 2 or fewer days per week)
- Have access to home Wi-Fi
- Have regular access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone to receive teleconferencing calls
- Have a clear "VR space" (7'x7' object-free space)
- Have an "Activity buddy" (spouse, child, caregiver, etc.)
- Modified Telephone Interview for Cognitive Status (TICS-M) score of 32 or greater
- Consent from a physician for study participation
- Proficient in the English language
- Willingness to create or use existing personal Facebook account for virtual reality activities.
- Current involvement in other physical activity research studies
- Hearing or sight impairments (significant visual or hearing impairment that cannot be corrected and results in the inability to use the telephone or hear normal conversation, colorblindness)
- Dependence on a cane or walker
- More than 1 fall in the past year
- Contraindication to exercise
- Current or recent history within the last 6 months of: symptomatic coronary heart disease, cancer, liver or renal disease, severe pulmonary disease, gross physical impairment, or uncontrolled hypertension; myocardial...
- History of or diagnosis of photosensitive epilepsy
- Score of "severe" on any question in the Virtual Reality Sickness Questionnaire;
- Unwillingness to use a head-mounted virtual reality system
- Current severe or untreated depression
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 45 years to 80 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.