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Behavioural Intervention

Intervention for Lifestyle Factors (CLIMB Trial)

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Recruiting

Led By Megan C Nelson, PhD

Research Sponsored by Northern Michigan University

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Be between 18 and 65 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up 0, 6, 12, 24 weeks

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CLIMB Trial Summary

"This trial aims to study how a 12-week indoor rock climbing program can impact heart health, mental health, and behavior in adults aged 18-35 who are not active. Participants will learn to

Who is the study for?

This pilot study is for generally healthy adults aged 18-35 who lead a sedentary lifestyle and do not currently exercise. The goal is to see how a 12-week indoor rock climbing program affects their heart health, mental well-being, and activity levels.Check my eligibility

What is being tested?

The trial tests the impact of an indoor rock climbing exercise training program on participants' physical and mental health. They will climb with ropes for an hour per session, 2-3 times a week over three months, with health outcomes measured at four intervals.See study design

What are the potential side effects?

While specific side effects are not listed for this type of physical intervention, potential risks may include muscle strains or injuries related to physical activity such as falls or overexertion.

CLIMB Trial Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ 0, 6, 12, 24 weeks

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~0, 6, 12, 24 weeks

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 0, 6, 12, 24 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary outcome measures

Fasting glucose

Fasting lipids

Hemoglobin a1c

Secondary outcome measures

Blood pressure

Body composition

Bone density

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CLIMB Trial Design

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: InterventionExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Participants in the intervention arm will be asked to partake in a 12-week progressive, supervised, indoor rock climbing training program.

Group II: ControlActive Control1 Intervention

Participants in the control arm will be asked to maintain their current lifestyle behaviors.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Northern Michigan UniversityLead Sponsor

2 Previous Clinical Trials

127 Total Patients Enrolled

Megan C Nelson, PhDPrincipal InvestigatorNorthern Michigan University

Frequently Asked Questions

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Is there an age restriction in place for the inclusion of patients over 80 years old in this clinical trial?

"Eligible candidates for this clinical investigation must fall within the age range of 18 to 35 years. Notably, there are a total of 57 trials designated for individuals under 18 years old and 297 studies tailored for those above 65 years old."

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Are there ongoing efforts to actively enroll participants in this trial?

"Indeed, the information available on clinicaltrials.gov confirms that recruitment for this trial is in progress. The study was first listed on April 10th, 2024, with the most recent update made on April 15th, 2024. It aims to enroll a total of 12 participants at one designated site."

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How many participants are currently undergoing treatment in this medical study?

"Indeed, data available on clinicaltrials.gov indicates that recruitment for this trial is ongoing. This study was first listed on April 10th, 2024 and last updated on April 15th, 2024. The goal is to enroll a total of 12 participants from one designated site."

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What are the specific criteria for eligible participants to be enrolled in this medical study?

"Eligible candidates for this study must exhibit specific lifestyle criteria and fall within the age range of 18 to 35 years. The trial has a capacity to enroll approximately 12 participants."

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Could you please outline the main goals of this medical study?

"The primary endpoint of interest in this clinical investigation, to be evaluated at intervals spanning 0, 6, 12, and 24 weeks post-intervention initiation, is fasting glucose levels. Secondary endpoints encompass systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings obtained through automated cuff measurement (in mmHg), total bone density quantified using dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (in g/cm3), as well as sedentary behavior bouts categorized into durations of ≤30 minutes, between 30-60 minutes, and exceeding 60 minutes based on objectively recorded data."

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Recent research and studies

clinicaltrials.govStudy

Climbing Lifestyle Intervention for Modifying Physical Activity Behaviors: Pilot Study

Megan C. Nelson 2024. "Climbing Lifestyle Intervention for Modifying Physical Activity Behaviors: Pilot Study". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT06368128.