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New treatment option for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Official title Micro-doses of Physical Activity for COPD
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05553223
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a disease of the lungs that makes it hard for people to breath. Those with COPD spend considerably more time sitting and lying and less time performing physical activity than healthy individuals.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Adults
You may be able to join if
- Non-smoking (\>6 months) patients with stable moderate-to-severe COPD (post bronchodilator forced expired volume in 1 sec/forced vital capacity\ 6...
You likely can't join if
- performing structured exercise training (or pulmonary rehabilitation)
- have a history of deep vein thrombosis
- are on anticoagulant medication
- have advanced cardiac or cerebrovascular disease (i.e. heart failure, previous stroke or myocardial infarction)
- have diabetes
- have musculoskeletal contraindications that limit their ability to perform physical activity
See the full eligibility criteria
- Non-smoking (\>6 months) patients with stable moderate-to-severe COPD (post bronchodilator forced expired volume in 1 sec/forced vital capacity\ 6 weeks) will be recruited for the study.
- performing structured exercise training (or pulmonary rehabilitation)
- have a history of deep vein thrombosis
- are on anticoagulant medication
- have advanced cardiac or cerebrovascular disease (i.e. heart failure, previous stroke or myocardial infarction)
- have diabetes
- have musculoskeletal contraindications that limit their ability to perform physical activity
- vascular ultrasound measurements cannot be obtained.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
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, not specified. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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