Clinical trial for Sickle Cell Disease
Official title Long-term Endurance Training in Sickle Cell Disease Patients: Impact on Clinical Profile, Physical Fitness, and Quality of Life.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06823219
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether regular exercise reduces hospital visits for pain. It also looks at how well it improves physical ability.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you have sickle cell disease.
- What's involved
- You would take part in a program of regular physical activity. You would also have check-ups to see how you are doing.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts for one year and involves regular visits.
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
Ages 15 and older
You may be able to join if
- Aged over 15 years and 3 months
- Male or female
- Patients with sickle cell disease (HbSS or HbS-βthal0)
- Affiliated to a social security system
- Having freely given their written consent after having been informed of the purpose, the procedure and the potential risks involved
You likely can't join if
- Patient whose adherence to the protocol is unlikely according to the investigator
- Patients who already partake in regular physical activity (more than 1 hour of moderate-intensity physical activity per week)
- Patients with a chronic inflammatory and/or infectious pathology
- Patients with an intercurrent condition unresolved for less than a month
- Patients hospitalised for cardiac decompensation during the last 12 months
- Patients on anticoagulant treatment or with a pacemaker/defibrillator
See the full eligibility criteria
- Aged over 15 years and 3 months
- Male or female
- Patients with sickle cell disease (HbSS or HbS-βthal0)
- Affiliated to a social security system
- Having freely given their written consent after having been informed of the purpose, the procedure and the potential risks involved
- Patients in stabilised condition at the start of the experiment: at least 1 month after an acute chronic event or at least 3 months after a blood transfusion.
- Patients hospitalised for vaso-occlusive crisis at least once in the last 3 years
- Patient whose adherence to the protocol is unlikely according to the investigator
- Patients who already partake in regular physical activity (more than 1 hour of moderate-intensity physical activity per week)
- Patients with a chronic inflammatory and/or infectious pathology
- Patients with an intercurrent condition unresolved for less than a month
- Patients hospitalised for cardiac decompensation during the last 12 months
- Patients on anticoagulant treatment or with a pacemaker/defibrillator
- Pregnant patients / breastfeeding woman
- Patients deprived of liberty by judicial or administrative decision or patient under guardianship
- Patients unable to understand the objectives and conditions of the study and unable to give cons
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Créteil, France
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, but 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, 15 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Créteil, France. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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