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New treatment option for Cardiometabolic Risk Factors in Adult Wheelchair Users
Official title Cardiometabolic Health Intervention Using Movement-to-Music Exercise
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05606432
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to test the benefits of a 24-week, cardio-emphasized Movement-to-Music exercise program for reversing cardiometabolic health risk factors compared to asynchronous, standard exercise programs among 132 adult wheelchair users. The targeted cardiometabolic health factors are waist circumference, triglycerides, "good" cholesterol, glucose, and blood pressure.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 89
You may be able to join if
- full-time or part-time use of a wheelchair device (manual wheelchair, power wheelchair, electric scooter) self-reported as the primary means of...
- ≥ 2 cardiometabolic risk factor(s),
- no contraindication to exercise as approved by a physician's medical clearance to exercise
- age ≥18 years
- able to use arms to exercise
You likely can't join if
- medically unstable to perform home exercise as determined by their physician
- high-level tetraplegia and unable to use arms to exercise
- no internet access was determined via self-report and internet speed test.
See the full eligibility criteria
- full-time or part-time use of a wheelchair device (manual wheelchair, power wheelchair, electric scooter) self-reported as the primary means of mobility
- ≥ 2 cardiometabolic risk factor(s),
- no contraindication to exercise as approved by a physician's medical clearance to exercise
- age ≥18 years
- able to use arms to exercise
- obtaining \< 90 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise per week in the last month
- not enrolled in a structured exercise program in the past 6 months
- able to converse and read in English.
- medically unstable to perform home exercise as determined by their physician
- high-level tetraplegia and unable to use arms to exercise
- no internet access was determined via self-report and internet speed test.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Birmingham, Alabama, 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, 18 years to 89 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Birmingham, Alabama, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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