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Physical Activity for Sedentary Lifestyle
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Led By Kathryn Schmitz, PhD
Research Sponsored by Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Adults aged 18 and over at the time of enrollment
Either overweight/obese (Body Mass Index (BMI) ≥ 25) or diabetic (hemoglobin A1c ≥ 5.7%)
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 24 months vs. baseline; 24 months vs. 12 months
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Study Summary
This trial aims to improve physical activity in rural PA by addressing barriers to exercise for those living there.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults over 18 living in rural Pennsylvania who are overweight, obese, or have Type 2 diabetes and do less than 90 minutes of exercise a week. They must be able to walk, speak English, understand the study details, and not be pregnant or have severe health issues that could interfere with their participation.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The PA Moves Trial aims to increase physical activity among physically inactive rural residents. Participants will start a physical activity program at different times to compare how starting at various points affects their health outcomes.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this trial involves increasing physical activity, potential side effects may include muscle soreness, fatigue, and an increased risk of injury if activities aren't performed correctly or without proper guidance.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
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I am 18 years old or older.
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I am either overweight or have diabetes.
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I can walk a quarter mile by myself.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ 24 months vs. baseline; 24 months vs. 12 months
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~24 months vs. baseline; 24 months vs. 12 months
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Secondary outcome measures
Objective accelerometry
Physical Activity Questionnaire
Trial Design
2Treatment groups
Active Control
Placebo Group
Group I: Physical Activity interventionActive Control1 Intervention
Five physical activity coaching calls with MoveLine and weekly physical activity. Objective tracking of activity with an accelerometer will occur at baseline, after 12 months, and after 24 months.
Group II: Delayed interventionPlacebo Group1 Intervention
Objective tracking of activity with an accelerometer will occur at baseline, after 12 months, and after 24 months.
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Milton S. Hershey Medical CenterLead Sponsor
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- You live in a rural area in Pennsylvania with certain codes that identify it as rural.You answered "no" to all the questions on the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q).I do not have serious heart conditions or recent major heart or lung issues.You don't get much exercise, like less than 90 minutes of structured physical activity per week.I am 18 years old or older.Your medical record shows that you have a condition that makes physical activity unsafe for you.I am either overweight or have diabetes.I can walk a quarter mile by myself.I have a clinic appointment scheduled during the study recruitment period.I am able to understand and follow the study's requirements.I have a severe bone or joint condition.I use devices like a cane or walker to help me walk.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Physical Activity intervention
- Group 2: Delayed intervention
Awards:
This trial has 0 awards, including: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.
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Are there still vacancies available to partake in this experiment?
"Per clinicaltrials.gov, this research endeavour is not currently accepting participants as of March 22nd 2023. This trial was posted on April 1st 2023 and has since been updated one time; however, there are 1194 other trials open to potential enrollees at present."
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