Aquatic exercise program for veterans with chronic pain
Determining the Effectiveness of Aquatic Exercise in Comparison to Land-based Exercise for Canadian Military Veterans Experiencing Chronic Lower Extremity Musculoskeletal Pain: A Feasibility Study for a Randomized Clinical Trial
NA · Queen's University · NCT05869617
This study tests whether an aquatic exercise program can help veterans with chronic pain feel better compared to regular land-based exercise.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Queen's University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Kingston, Ontario) |
| Trial ID | NCT05869617 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This trial aims to assess the feasibility of a randomized clinical trial comparing the effectiveness of aquatic exercise versus land-based exercise for military Veterans suffering from chronic pain. With a significant portion of Veterans experiencing persistent pain, the study seeks to address their unique pain management needs through a tailored exercise intervention. The research will evaluate outcomes such as pain reduction, functional improvement, and overall quality of life. By focusing on lower-extremity musculoskeletal pain, the study intends to provide insights into the most effective exercise modalities for this population.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are Canadian Armed Forces Veterans over the age of 18 who have been living with lower-extremity musculoskeletal chronic pain for more than 12 weeks.
Not a fit: Patients with pain duration of less than 12 weeks, cancer-related pain, or those with recent surgeries or medical contraindications to exercise may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a new, effective treatment option for Veterans suffering from chronic pain.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes for aquatic therapy in managing musculoskeletal pain, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Over the age of 18 years * Canadian Armed Forces Veteran * Living with lower-extremity musculoskeletal chronic pain (\>12 weeks) Exclusion Criteria: * Pain of \< 12 weeks duration * cancer-related pain and pain suspected to be associated with a degenerative neurological condition * surgery or fracture in the last 6 months * medical contraindications to exercise (e.g., recent myocardial infarction, acute heart failure)
Where this trial is running
Kingston, Ontario
- Hydrathletics Inc. — Kingston, Ontario, Canada (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Nicholas Held, PhD — Queen's University
- Study coordinator: Nicholas Held, PhD
- Email: njh1@queensu.ca
- Phone: 604-362-0061
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.
Conditions: Chronic Pain, Exercise, military Veterans