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New treatment option for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Official title Acute Effect of Different Frequency of Whole Body Vibration (WBV) on Healthy and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07509606
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an irreversible disorder characterized by persistent airflow limitation and increased lung compliance. It leads to dyspnea, skeletal muscle dysfunction, impaired functional capacity, and reduced quality of life.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Healthy individuals
- No prior experience with whole-body vibration therapy or exposure to vibration-related occupations or sports.
- Aged between 18 and 65 years.
You likely can't join if
- Pregnancy.
- Acute thrombosis.
- Severe cardiovascular disease.
- Presence of a cardiac pacemaker.
- Recent wounds due to injury or surgery.
- Hip or knee implants.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Healthy individuals
- No prior experience with whole-body vibration therapy or exposure to vibration-related occupations or sports.
- Aged between 18 and 65 years.
- Pregnancy.
- Acute thrombosis.
- Severe cardiovascular disease.
- Presence of a cardiac pacemaker.
- Recent wounds due to injury or surgery.
- Hip or knee implants.
- Acute hernia, intervertebral disc degeneration, or spondylolysis.
- Severe diabetes mellitus.
- Epilepsy.
- Recent infection.
- Severe migraine.
- Tumor.
- Recently implanted intrauterine device, metal pins, or metal plates.
- Kidney stones.
- Organ failure.
- Presence of musculoskeletal, respiratory, neurological, cardiovascular conditions, or any form of acute or chronic pain.
- Participation in other research studies concurrently.
- Regular exercise habits (engaging in moderate-intensity exercise ≥3 times per week). COPD Inclusion Criteria:
- Clinically diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and classified as Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) stage II, III, or IV.
- No history of hospitalization within the past two months.
- No participation in any rehabilitation program within the past two months.
- Able to comply with the exercise training program.
- Aged 18 years or older. Exclusion Criteria:
- Severe respiratory diseases (e.g., bronchiectasis, pulmonary fibrosis, asthma, or tuberculosis).
- Current smokers.
- Hip or knee implants.
- Severe joint disease or history of lower extremity surgery.
- History of vitreous hemorrhage.
- Dependence on supplemental oxygen.
- Severe alcohol abuse (\>80 g/day).
- Severe malnutrition (BMI \< 19 kg/m²).
- Pregnancy.
- Acute thrombosis.
- Presence of a cardiac pacemaker.
- Recent wounds due to injury or surgery.
- Acute hernia, intervertebral disc degeneration, or spondylolysis.
- Severe diabetes mellitus.
- Epilepsy.
- Recent infection.
- Severe migraine.
- Tumor.
- Recently implanted intrauterine device, metal pins, or metal plates.
- Kidney stones.
- Organ failure.
- Altered consciousness or inability to comply with assessments.
- Participation in other research studies concurrently
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Tainan, Taiwan
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 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Tainan, Taiwan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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