COPD study: Every Step Counts-Tai Chi
Official title The Effect of a Technology-Mediated Integrated Walking and Tai Chi Intervention on Physical Function in Veterans With COPD and Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05701982
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to see if this non‑drug program can improve physical function in these veterans.
- Who it's for
- Veterans who have COPD and chronic musculoskeletal pain.
- What's involved
- Participants will use technology to help them walk and practice Tai Chi, with guidance and support from the study team.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 40 to 100
You may be able to join if
- Male and female participants, aged 40 and older
- Clinical diagnosis of COPD defined as history of cigarette consumption of \> 10 pack-years, and either a ratio of forced expiratory volume in one...
- Numeric Rating Scale pain score \> 3 for \> 3 months
- Self-reported ability to walk a minimum of one block, bend at the hip, and transfer weight from one leg to another
- Ability to complete 800 feet walk with Fitbit Inspire-2 recording \> 90% accuracy to detect steps compared to manual counts\
You likely can't join if
- COPD exacerbation in the previous 1 month
- Clinical signs of unstable cardiovascular disease (active coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, uncontrolled atrial fibrillation, or...
- Oxygen saturation \< 85% recorded on baseline 4-meter walk\
- High fall risk (unable to perform 5 chair stand tests)
- Inability to ambulate
- Inability to complete questionnaires
See the full eligibility criteria
- Male and female participants, aged 40 and older
- Clinical diagnosis of COPD defined as history of cigarette consumption of \> 10 pack-years, and either a ratio of forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1) to forced vital capacity (FVC) \< 0.70 or chest...
- Numeric Rating Scale pain score \> 3 for \> 3 months
- Self-reported ability to walk a minimum of one block, bend at the hip, and transfer weight from one leg to another
- Ability to complete 800 feet walk with Fitbit Inspire-2 recording \> 90% accuracy to detect steps compared to manual counts\
- Have access to a computer or smartphone with Internet connection or willing to come to study site to use study computers
- Have access to videoconferencing audio and video capabilities
- Competent to provide informed consent and willingness to make return study visits
- Different criteria are used if baseline study visit is a virtual one.
- COPD exacerbation in the previous 1 month
- Clinical signs of unstable cardiovascular disease (active coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, uncontrolled atrial fibrillation, or uncontrolled hypertension)
- Oxygen saturation \< 85% recorded on baseline 4-meter walk\
- High fall risk (unable to perform 5 chair stand tests)
- Inability to ambulate
- Inability to complete questionnaires
- Inability to collect at least 7 of 10 days of baseline step counts
- Active substance abuse
- Participation in a regular exercise (i.e., MOVE! or Gerofit) or Tai Chi program in the previous 3 months
- Concurrent participation in another treatment research study
- Receipt of hospice or end-of-life palliative care
- Active medical intervention that would cause a meaningful increase in pain such as surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation therapy
- Different criteria are used if baseline study visit is a virtual one.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Boston, Massachusetts, 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.
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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, 40 years to 100 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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