Evaluating dual-task exercises for individuals with COPD
The Effectiveness of Dual-task Exercises in Individuals With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
This study is testing if combining exercise with thinking tasks can help people with COPD improve their physical and mental abilities.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 63 (estimated) |
| Ages | 40 Years to 75 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Marmara University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul) |
| Trial ID | NCT05930158 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to assess the impact of dual-task exercises on both motor and cognitive functions in individuals diagnosed with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Participants will be randomly assigned to either a Pulmonary Rehabilitation Group or a Dual Task Exercises Group, where the latter will engage in walking and cycling exercises combined with cognitive tasks over an 8-week program. The study will compare the effects of these interventions on cardiopulmonary and musculoskeletal parameters, addressing the cognitive challenges faced by COPD patients during multitasking activities. The research seeks to fill a gap in understanding how dual-task performance differs between COPD patients and healthy individuals.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 40-75 years diagnosed with stable COPD.
Not a fit: Patients experiencing COPD exacerbations, cognitive impairments, or other significant comorbidities may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the effectiveness of pulmonary rehabilitation and improve the quality of life for patients with COPD.
How similar studies have performed: While studies on dual-task performance in COPD patients are limited, the approach of combining cognitive tasks with physical rehabilitation is promising and has shown potential benefits in related fields.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Being diagnosed with COPD * COPD patients aged 40-75 years * COPD stable period * Absence of abnormal laboratory findings * Not having a mental problem that prevents them from completing the questionnaires to be - used in the research * No diagnosed cardiac or pulmonary disease for the healthy control group Exclusion Criteria: * COPD exacerbation * Cognitive impairment * Having a pregnancy status * Having advanced age * Having ischemic heart disease * Kyphoscoliosis, advanced postural disorder * Having an orthopedic disability and amputation surgery * Presence of any neurological disease that causes balance problems * Having a different respiratory disease that impairs respiratory functions * Pulmonary embolism * Pleural effusion * Heart failure
Where this trial is running
Istanbul
- University of Health Sciences Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital — Istanbul, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Begüm Ünlü, Msc
- Email: begum.unlu@marmara.edu.tr
- Phone: 905375163116
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.