Evaluating mobility issues in patients with chronic illnesses

Evaluation of Impaired Mobility in Chronic Illness Constitution of a Cohort

Not applicable Interventional University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand · NCT04375280

This study is trying to understand how mobility issues affect people with chronic illnesses over five years to help create a better way to identify and care for those who struggle with movement.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment5000 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 90 Years
SexAll
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand Academic / other
Locations1 site (Clermont-Ferrand)
Trial IDNCT04375280 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to create a prospective cohort of individuals suffering from chronic diseases to assess various aspects of mobility, including balance, muscle strength, body composition, and walking ability. By measuring these parameters at multiple time points over five years, the study seeks to identify interactions between these factors and their impact on functional capacity. The ultimate goal is to develop a screening algorithm that defines a 'dysmobility' profile, which could enhance the effectiveness of care for these patients. Statistical analyses will be conducted to determine patient profiles related to mobility issues.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 90 with chronic conditions that impair mobility.

Not a fit: Patients with progressive psychiatric disorders or unstable serious health conditions may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved mobility and quality of life for patients with chronic illnesses.

How similar studies have performed: While the approach of profiling mobility in chronic illness is not widely tested, similar studies have shown promise in understanding mobility impairments.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Man or woman aged 18 to 90.
* Patients with chronic pathology contributing to impaired mobility.
* Volunteers who have given their written consent.
* Affiliated to French health care system (for France)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients suffering from progressive psychiatric pathologies (active psychosis, hallucinations, etc.) or the presence of another serious unstabilized pathology (decompensated heart failure, progressive terminal cancer, etc.).
* People with poorly controlled or unstable cardiovascular disease.
* Major osteoarticular or neurological problems completely preventing the proper performance of the various tests.
* Non-autonomous patient
* Persons under guardianship, curatorship, deprived of liberty or safeguarding justice.
* People excluded from another study.
* Pregnant or lactating women.

Where this trial is running

Clermont-Ferrand

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Joint OsteoarthritisAtherosclerosis of the Distal Arteries, Without GangreneParkinson DiseaseChronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, UnspecifiedObesity, UnspecifiedPreventionMobilityAltered mobility
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 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.