Walking Program for COPD
(CAPRI Trial)
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
Persons with COPD have significant functional disability but cannot access rehabilitative treatment at hospital-based conventional pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) programs. This project will determine whether an Internet-mediated, pedometer-based walking program can increase physical activity in persons with COPD who qualify for but cannot access PR, compared to usual care. This proposal has high potential to deliver an immediate solution to a pressing clinical need. The proposed research addresses Rehabilitation R\&D Service's current priority area of improving disabled Veterans' health-related quality of life by reducing disease burden and maximizing functional recovery.
Research Team
Marilyn L Moy, MD
Principal Investigator
VA Boston Healthcare System Jamaica Plain Campus, Jamaica Plain, MA
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for adults over 40 with COPD, a history of smoking, and difficulty breathing who can't access traditional pulmonary rehab. They must be able to exercise, have internet and computer access, and not use walking aids or supplemental oxygen remotely. They shouldn't be in another exercise study or have done pulmonary rehab recently.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants engage in a 12-week web-based intervention, Every Step Counts (ESC), to increase physical activity using a pedometer and online platform
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment, including assessment of acute exacerbations and hospitalizations
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Every Step Counts
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
VA Office of Research and Development
Lead Sponsor