Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Assessing the prevalence of Long COVID-19 in the Canary Islands

Official title: Long COVID: Evaluation of Physical and Functional Status

Run by University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria · NCT05228691 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to find out how many people in the Canary Islands have Long COVID-19 symptoms that last for more than 12 weeks after their COVID-19 infection.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment600 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMarch 22, 2022
Main results expectedDecember 22, 2025
Study endsMay 1, 2026
Registry record updatedAugust 28, 2025
Trial IDNCT05228691 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include individuals who tested positive for COVID-19 and have experienced persistent symptoms for at least 12 weeks.

Probably not a fit

Patients with pre-existing comorbidities that mimic Long COVID symptoms, such as fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue, may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to evaluate the prevalence of Long COVID-19 among individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19 in the Canary Islands. It will involve a cross-sectional descriptive approach, where patients experiencing symptoms for at least 12 weeks post-infection will undergo physical-functional evaluations conducted by trained physiotherapists. The study will utilize both self-completed questionnaires and assessments by evaluators to gather comprehensive data on the impact of Long COVID on patients' daily lives. Statistical analysis will be performed using IBM SPSS software to summarize and interpret the findings.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of Long COVID and improve post-acute care strategies for affected patients.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have indicated the significant prevalence and impact of Long COVID, suggesting that this approach is relevant and necessary.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Have been positive for COVID-19 since the declaration of the state of alarm throughout the Spanish territory to deal with the health emergency situation caused by COVID-19 (March 14, 2020).
* Symptoms associated with COVID-19 at least after 12 weeks of its detection.
* Adequate cognitive and physical level to understand and perform the tests evaluation.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Present comorbidities prior to suffering from COVID-19 whose symptoms are resemble Post-acute COVID-19.
* Fibromyalgia.
* Chronic fatigue.
* Neuromuscular disease.
* Not having signed the informed consent.
* Person undergoing treatment for active cancer.

Where it's running

  • University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas, Spain
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Aníbal Báez Suárez, PhD — University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
  • Study coordinator: Aníbal Báez Suárez, PhD
  • Email: anibal.baez@ulpgc.es
  • Phone: +34652077692

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.