Pulmonary Hypertension study: Home Exercise Program
Official title The Benefits of Home Exercise in Pulmonary Hypertension Interstitial Lung Disease
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07561034
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to see if a structured home exercise plan can improve how well people can move and feel better. It will compare how participants do before and after 16 weeks of exercise.
- Who it's for
- Adults who have both pulmonary hypertension and interstitial lung disease
- What's involved
- Participants will follow a set exercise routine at home for 16 weeks. They will have tests and questionnaires at the start and end to measure changes.
- Time commitment
- The program lasts 16 weeks, with assessments at the beginning and end of the study. No extra visits are required beyond those tests.
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
You may be able to join if
- Follows at University of Rochester Medical Center Pulmonary Hypertension Clinic.
- Adult patients (\>18 years old) with right heart catheterization confirmed pulmonary hypertension interstitial lung disease on stable therapy dosing...
- Access to a smart phone or email to receive daily messages.
- Clinically stable by the investigator.
You likely can't join if
- Pregnancy.
- Pulmonary Hypertension Groups 1,2,4,5.
- Resting tachycardia \>120 beats/m during screening.
- Inability to walk.
- WHO Functional Class IV
- Lack of access to email or text messaging.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Follows at University of Rochester Medical Center Pulmonary Hypertension Clinic.
- Adult patients (\>18 years old) with right heart catheterization confirmed pulmonary hypertension interstitial lung disease on stable therapy dosing for at least 30 days.
- Access to a smart phone or email to receive daily messages.
- Clinically stable by the investigator.
- Pregnancy.
- Pulmonary Hypertension Groups 1,2,4,5.
- Resting tachycardia \>120 beats/m during screening.
- Inability to walk.
- WHO Functional Class IV
- Lack of access to email or text messaging.
- Participating in a rehabilitation program.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Rochester, New York, 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.
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, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Rochester, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
Explore other conditions
BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool that is independent of the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov. The study team decides eligibility, and your own doctor gives medical advice.