Effect of exercise on patients with chronic diseases
Official title: Effectiveness of Physical Exercise on Frailty, Body Composition and Functional Classification of Patients With Chronic Non-communicable Disease
Run by Fundacion Universitaria Maria Cano · NCT06476015 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing if regular exercise can help older adults with chronic diseases like COPD and diabetes feel better and improve their overall health.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 60 Years to 90 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 300 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Fundacion Universitaria Maria Cano Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Medellín, Antioquia) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | January 1, 2024 |
| Main results expected | September 30, 2024 |
| Study ends | August 30, 2025 |
| Registry record updated | June 10, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06476015 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are men and women aged 60 to 90 with a clinical diagnosis of COPD and/or diabetes who are enrolled in the 'Ser más' program.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with incomplete medical records or those outside the specified age range 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 investigates the effectiveness of physical exercise in patients suffering from chronic non-communicable diseases such as COPD and diabetes. It aims to understand the relationship between frailty, body composition, and exercise, focusing on how aerobic and strength training can improve health outcomes. The study will involve patients aged 60 to 90 who are enrolled in a specific health program and will analyze their health records from 2018 to 2023. By promoting physical activity, the study seeks to enhance quality of life and reduce the burden of these diseases.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved management and quality of life for patients with chronic diseases through tailored exercise programs.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that exercise can significantly improve health outcomes in patients with chronic diseases, indicating that this approach is supported by existing evidence.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Records between 2018 and 2023 * Men and women, between 60 and 90 years old. * Clinical diagnosis of COPD and/or diabetes. * Must be patient from program called "Ser más". Exclusion Criteria: * Records containing incomplete data
Where it's running
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Fundación Universitaria María cano
Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: catalina Lopera, Msc
- Email: catalinaloperamuneton@fumc.edu.co
- Phone: +57 3206728934
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.