Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up

Support COPD patients with a reality-augmented coach for physical activity

Official title: Acceptability of an Augmented Reality Virtual Coach for Physical Exercise Practice in Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: a Multicenter Study

Run by Groupe Hospitalier du Havre · NCT07837375 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests a reality-augmented coach to guide and motivate adults with COPD to exercise in a real-world setting.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment42 (estimated)
SponsorGroupe Hospitalier du Havre
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Montivilliers)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 15, 2026
Main results expectedOctober 31, 2026
Study endsJanuary 31, 2027
Registry record updatedSeptember 23, 2026
Trial IDNCT07837375 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Adults with COPD (post-bronchodilator FEV1/FVC < 0.70) who have not had an exacerbation in the last month and can safely participate in light-to-moderate exercise, with the ability to use an AR headset and understand instructions.

Probably not a fit

Patients with recent COPD exacerbations, significant cognitive or sensory impairments, or conditions that preclude safe participation in physical exercise may not benefit.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This multicenter, non-randomized, proof-of-concept study evaluates the acceptability of an augmented reality virtual coach that guides physical exercise for people with COPD. Participants will have a baseline assessment, try on an AR headset, complete a short immersive exercise session with real-time guidance, then undergo post-session assessments. The aim is to see whether patients find the AR coach acceptable and feasible to use in conjunction with physical activity programs. The study addresses access and adherence challenges to traditional pulmonary rehabilitation by delivering guidance through an immersive, real-environment experience. No long-term outcomes or randomization are reported in this design.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, the AR coach could make supervised exercise more engaging and accessible for COPD patients, potentially supporting greater activity levels.

How similar studies have gone: Previous work suggests AR and virtual coaching can support engagement in exercise, but this specific AR-assisted approach in COPD is novel and proof-of-concept.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Age ≥ 18 years Diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) confirmed according to GOLD recommendations, defined by a post-bronchodilator FEV1/FVC ratio \< 0.70 No exacerbation during the previous month, defined as hospitalization or major therapeutic modification related to worsening respiratory symptoms Written informed consent obtained before any study-related procedure Affiliation to a social security system

Exclusion Criteria:

* COPD exacerbation during the previous month Major motor disorders, disabling osteoarticular conditions, or significant functional dependence preventing safe participation in physical exercises Insufficient cognitive or language abilities to understand instructions, complete questionnaires, or participate in the semi-structured interview Photosensitive epilepsy Uncorrected or atypical visual and/or hearing impairment Patient under legal guardianship, curatorship, or incarcerated Pregnant or breastfeeding woman

Where it's running

  • Groupe Hospitalier du Havre
    Montivilliers, France
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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