Examining the timing of exercise rehabilitation for COPD patients

Effect of Time of Exercise Re-training on Functional Capacity in Individuals With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Not applicable Interventional Clinique de la Mitterie · NCT06366113

This study is testing whether the time of day that COPD patients do their exercise rehab makes a difference in how much stronger and healthier they become.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment90 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 85 Years
SexAll
SponsorClinique de la Mitterie Academic / other
Locations1 site (Lille)
Trial IDNCT06366113 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates the impact of timing on pulmonary rehabilitation for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It aims to determine how the time of day for exercise re-training affects strength, power gains, and aerobic capacity in individuals with respiratory diseases. The program involves at least 18 rehabilitation sessions over four weeks, supervised by medical professionals at the Clinique de la Mitterie. The study focuses on understanding the relationship between circadian rhythms and exercise outcomes in COPD patients.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease who are registered for respiratory rehabilitation.

Not a fit: Patients with cardiovascular contraindications to exercise or unstable respiratory status may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the effectiveness of pulmonary rehabilitation, leading to better health outcomes and reduced hospital readmissions for COPD patients.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that the timing of exercise can influence training outcomes, suggesting potential for success in this novel approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Age ≥ 18 years
* Patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
* Registered for respiratory re-education and rehabilitation at the Clinique de la Mitterie
* Number of rehabilitation sessions at least 18 over 4 weeks
* Written informed consent signed by the patient
* Membership of a social security

Exclusion Criteria:

* \- cardiovascular contraindications to exercise
* unstable respiratory status (uncompensated respiratory acidosis)
* conditions interfering with the pulmonary rehabilitation process (progressive neuromuscular disease, psychiatric illness)

Where this trial is running

Lille

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 Respiratory Diseasesrespiratory diseasespulmonary rehabilitationchronic obstructive pulmonary diseasebiological clock
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.