Comparing exercise responses in bronchiectasis patients and healthy individuals
Comparison of Cardiopulmonary Responses to 6-Minute Stepper Test Between Individuals with Bronchiectasis and Healthy Controls
This study tests how people with bronchiectasis respond to exercise compared to healthy individuals to understand their exercise limitations better.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Hacettepe University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara, Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT06631261 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the cardiopulmonary responses of individuals with bronchiectasis during a 6-minute stepper test (6MST) and compare these responses to those of age and sex-matched healthy controls. The study will evaluate exercise capacity and physical activity levels, utilizing the 6MST and the 1-minute sit-to-stand test (1STS) to gather data. By investigating these parameters, the study seeks to provide insights into the exercise limitations faced by bronchiectasis patients compared to healthy individuals.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older with clinically stable bronchiectasis who can cooperate with the testing procedures.
Not a fit: Patients experiencing acute exacerbations or those with cardiovascular, orthopedic, or neurological issues that may affect test performance are unlikely to benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of exercise capacity in bronchiectasis, potentially leading to improved management strategies for patients.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited information on the specific tests being used, similar studies have shown that assessing exercise capacity in chronic lung diseases can yield valuable insights.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Bronchiectasis group - Inclusion criteria for the study: * Being 18 years of age and older, * Having a clinically stable bronchiectasis, * To cooperate with the tests to be performed, * Not having a cardiovascular disease, orthopedic or neurological problem that may affect the tests, * Being willing to participate in the study. Bronchiectasis group - Exclusion criteria: * Being in an acute exacerbation period, * Having a cardiovascular, orthopedic or neurological problem that may affect the tests, * Not being willing to participate in the study. Control group - Inclusion criteria for the study: * Being 18 years of age and older, * To cooperate with the tests to be performed, * Not having a cardiovascular, orthopedic or neurological problem that may affect the tests, * Being willing to participate in the study. Control group - Exclusion criteria: \- Individuals with any known internal disease and those who do not volunteer to participate in the study will not be included in the study.
Where this trial is running
Ankara, Ankara
- Hacettepe University Faculty of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation — Ankara, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Aslihan Cakmak-Onal Study Principal Investigator, PhD, PT
- Email: aslihancakmak90@gmail.com
- Phone: +903123051576
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.