Adapted physical activity program for people with hemophilia
Effectiveness of an Adapted Physical Activity Program for Subjects Suffering From Haemophilia:a Prospective Interventional Study
This study tests a special exercise program for people with hemophilia to see if it helps them move better and feel stronger over six months.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 16 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Bologna, Bo) |
| Trial ID | NCT06580340 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of a tailored physical activity program designed for individuals with hemophilia. The program consists of one-hour sessions held twice a week for six months, focusing on improving joint mobility, muscle strength, balance, and motor coordination. The primary outcome is the change in functional capacity, measured through the 6 Minutes Walking Test at baseline, 3 months, and 6 months using the G-Walk device.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals diagnosed with hemophilia A or B who can participate in non-competitive physical activities.
Not a fit: Patients with active bleeding, severe joint deformities, or significant cardiovascular and neurological conditions may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance the physical capabilities and quality of life for patients with hemophilia.
How similar studies have performed: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific adaptation for hemophilia is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of hemophilia A or B; * Signature of informed consent; * Availability of a medical certificate for non-competitive activities Exclusion Criteria: * Active bleeding * Severe joint deformities that prevent exercise * Insufficiency of communicative and/or sensory functions so severe that it is impossible to understand or carry out the trainer's instructions (dementia, aphasia, blindness, deafness) * Heart failure (NYHA class \> 2) * Unstable angina * Lung disease requiring oxygen therapy * Symptomatic peripheral arterial disease * Myocardial infarction or hospitalization within the previous 6 months * Symptomatic orthostatic hypotension * Hypertension in poor pharmacological control (diastolic\> 95 mmHg, systolic\> 160 mmHg) * Significant neurological conditions that impair motor or cognitive function
Where this trial is running
Bologna, Bo
- Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli — Bologna, Bo, Italy (Recruiting)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.