Clinical trial for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Official title The Effect of Walking Exercise in Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07185659
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether a walking exercise program with elastic band training improves breathing, sleep, and mood in people with COPD.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you have COPD, are not having a heart attack or cancer treatment, and can walk without major problems.
- What's involved
- You would wear a smart bracelet that counts steps and tracks sleep. You would walk for 100 to 300 minutes each week and use a colored elastic band for resistance training. You will have visits to check your breathing, mood, and sleep quality.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts three months, with weekly walking sessions and monthly check‑ins to record your progress.
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
- Inpatients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) according to the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD)...
- Age ≥ 40 years.
- Post-bronchodilator FEV₁/FVC ratio \< 70%.
- History of smoking.
- Ability to perform walking exercises.
You likely can't join if
- Panic disorder.
- Presence of delirium with inability to cooperate.
- Currently receiving cancer treatment.
- Angina pectoris or myocardial infarction within the past 3 months.
- Currently undergoing high-intensity rehabilitation exercises.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Inpatients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) according to the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) criteria.
- Age ≥ 40 years.
- Post-bronchodilator FEV₁/FVC ratio \< 70%.
- History of smoking.
- Ability to perform walking exercises.
- Willingness of the patient or a family member to provide written informed consent.
- Panic disorder.
- Presence of delirium with inability to cooperate.
- Currently receiving cancer treatment.
- Angina pectoris or myocardial infarction within the past 3 months.
- Currently undergoing high-intensity rehabilitation exercises.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- New Taipei City, Xindian Dist., 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?
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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 New Taipei City, Xindian Dist., Taiwan. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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