The Effect of Interval Exercise on Functional Outcomes in Veterans With COPD and OSA (NCT05254431)
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The term "Overlap Syndrome" (OS) is used to describe the presence of both chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in a single patient. Due to premature aging, patients with OS are prone to developing functional decline up to 20 years earlier than the general population. The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) evaluates functional status in chronic pulmonary disease globally in 5 domains. The investigators propose to study validated outcomes in 3 of these domains: 1) participation in life situations; 2) physical activity; and 3) cardiovascular health. The investigators long-term goal is to develop an exercise strategy tailored to Veterans with OS which will reduce the risk of functional decline through increased PA.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Salem VA Medical Center, Salem, VA — Salem, Virginia
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Exercise (BEHAVIORAL)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Salem VA Medical Center, Salem, VA — Salem, Virginia
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (540) 982-2463
Email: Tracy.Hicks2@va.gov
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
More studies in COPD
- Aiding COPD and CHF Ultrasound-guided Management Through ENhanced Point Of Care UltraSound — Calgary,
- Impairments That Affect Correct Inhaler Use in COPD — Birmingham, Alabama
- The Development of an Integrated Physical Activity and Mental Health Intervention for Veterans With COPD, Emotion Distress, and Low Physical Activity — Boston, Massachusetts
- A Study to Evaluate Solrikitug in Participants With COPD (ZION) — Birmingham, Alabama
- RELVAR Effects on Parasternal Muscle Activity, Diaphragm, and Ventilation in Severe COPD — Calgary, Alberta
- Evaluation of the Safety and Efficacy of TLD in Patients with COPD — Birmingham, Alabama
Explore by condition: All COPD clinical trials
💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.