Age Related Macular Degeneration study: SPIN
Official title Active AMD Study to Improve Function in Veterans
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05932069
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to find out whether regular aerobic exercise on a stationary bike can improve vision, physical health, and thinking abilities in veterans with AMD.
- Who it's for
- Veterans aged 50 years or older who have age‑related macular degeneration.
- What's involved
- Participants will join a live online group spin‑cycling class several times a week for six months and will undergo vision, physical and cognitive tests at the start and during the study.
- Time commitment
- The trial lasts about six months and includes regular online cycling sessions plus periodic study visits for assessments.
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Who can take part
Ages 65 to 89
You may be able to join if
- The investigators will recruit Veterans with a diagnosis of intermediate stage AMD in at least one eye, aged 65-89, willing and able to cooperate...
- Eligible participants will be quantified \> 26 on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) to meet the criteria for cognitively intact.
- Participants will be free from diseases affecting cognition or ability to engage in aerobic exercise (including but not limited to chronic heart...
- Eligible participants will be required to have stable internet access in their home.
- All people will speak English as a primary language and will have graduated high school so that behavioral/cognitive measures reflect effects of age...
You likely can't join if
- Other, non-AMD, visual impairments. Potential participants with major psychiatric disorder (including but not limited to psychosis, major depression...
- Additionally, individuals with cardiovascular disease and or history of myocardial infarction will not be included.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Decatur, Georgia, 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, 65 years to 89 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Decatur, Georgia, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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