Coaching for physical activity in COPD patients using eHealth
PACE - Physical Activity in COPD Using E-Health: Effectiveness of a Personalised eHealth Platform Integrated Into Pulmonary Rehabilitation to Increase Physical Activity in Patients With COPD - a Randomized Controlled Trial
This study tests if an online coaching program can help people with COPD stay active and improve their health after completing a 10-week rehab program.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 57 (estimated) |
| Ages | 40 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Instituto Politécnico de Leiria Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Leiria) |
| Trial ID | NCT06732869 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This randomized controlled trial evaluates the effectiveness of a physical activity coaching intervention delivered through an eHealth platform for patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Participants will undergo a 10-week pulmonary rehabilitation program, after which the experimental group will receive ongoing coaching for 6 months to enhance their physical activity levels. The intervention includes goal setting, performance tracking, and overcoming barriers to physical activity through regular communication. Assessments will be conducted at multiple points to measure health-related outcomes and activity levels.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals over 40 years old with a stable COPD diagnosis who are enrolled in a pulmonary rehabilitation program and have access to a smartphone.
Not a fit: Patients with severe musculoskeletal or neurological disorders, unstable cardiovascular disease, or other primary respiratory diseases may not benefit from this intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve physical activity levels and overall health outcomes for COPD patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with eHealth interventions for chronic disease management, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: * age \> 40 years old * diagnosis of COPD according to GOLD criteria, clinically stable (i.e., with no exacerbations in the previous month) * being enrolled in a pulmonary rehabilitation program * having a smartphone with access to the internet * being able to understand and provide informed consent. Exclusion criteria: * simultaneous participation in another behavioural modification program * having any clinical condition that precludes participation in a PA intervention (e.g., severe musculoskeletal or neurological disorders and unstable cardiovascular disease) * another primary respiratory disease * history of recent neoplasia (including last treatment) in the previous year.
Where this trial is running
Leiria
- Center for Innovative Care and Health Technology (ciTechCare), Polytechnic of Leiria — Leiria, Portugal (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Sofia Flora, PT, MSc — Center for Innovative Care and Health Technology, Polytechnic of Leiria
- Study coordinator: Sofia Flora, PT, MSc
- Email: sofia.flora@ipleiria.pt
- Phone: +351 917257840
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.