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Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up within 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes of sitting (day1) or within 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes of sitting broken up by micro-doses of physical activity (day 2). days performed in a randomized order.
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COPD Trial Summary
This trial will study how sitting still affects COPD patients' blood vessel health and if short walks can help.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for non-smoking individuals with stable moderate-to-severe COPD who haven't smoked in over 6 months. Participants should have a specific level of lung function and not be on anticoagulants, diabetic, or have musculoskeletal issues that limit physical activity. They shouldn't have severe heart or brain blood vessel disease or a history of deep vein thrombosis.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study looks at the effects of sitting still for three hours versus breaking up this time with short walking breaks every hour on blood vessel health in people with COPD. The goal is to see if these micro-doses of activity can help maintain healthy blood vessels.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since the intervention involves light physical activity, potential side effects may include mild discomfort or fatigue during exercise. However, as it's low intensity and self-paced, serious side effects are unlikely.
COPD Trial Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ within 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes of sitting (day1) or within 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes of sitting broken up by micro-doses of physical activity (day 2). days performed in a randomized order.
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~within 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes of sitting (day1) or within 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes of sitting broken up by micro-doses of physical activity (day 2). days performed in a randomized order.
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Change in superficial femoral artery endothelial function
Secondary outcome measures
Change in superficial femoral artery blood flow patterns
Difference in 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure between the two conditions
Other outcome measures
Change in central arterial stiffness
Body Weight Changes
Time course of change in endothelial function of the superficial femoral artery
+1 moreCOPD Trial Design
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Microdoses of ActivityExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
5-min bouts of walking will break up 3 hours of sitting at minutes 30, 90 and 150.
Group II: ControlActive Control1 Intervention
Prolonged sitting (3 hours)
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Who is running the clinical trial?
University of British ColumbiaLead Sponsor
1,422 Previous Clinical Trials
2,468,242 Total Patients Enrolled
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I have diabetes.Engaging in structured exercise training or pulmonary rehabilitation.I am currently taking blood thinner medication.I have had a deep vein thrombosis before.I do not have advanced heart or brain blood vessel diseases.I have a physical condition that limits my ability to exercise.I have COPD, haven't smoked for over 6 months, and haven't had a flare-up in over 6 weeks.It is not possible to measure your blood vessels using ultrasound.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Control
- Group 2: Microdoses of Activity
Frequently Asked Questions
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Are there currently any vacancies for participants in this clinical research project?
"Per clinicaltrials.gov, this clinical trial is currently in search of test subjects. The first listing was published on October 12th 2022 and the most recent update occurred on the same date."
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How many individuals are currently participating in this trial?
"Affirmative. According to the information available on clinicaltrials.gov, this trial is currently recruiting participants and was initially advertised on October 12th 2022. The most recent update took place on that same day and the recruitment of 20 individuals across one site is necessary for completion."
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Who else is applying?
What state do they live in?
California
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Did not meet criteria
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