Use of Internet Mediated Walking Program and Pedometer in COPD

Persons with COPD are randomized to pedometer versus pedometer plus Internet mediated website to promote walking and physical activity. Primary outcome is daily step counts. Intervention lasts 3 months.

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Key information

Conditions

COPD Chronic Disease Disease Attributes Lung Diseases Lung Diseases, Obstructive Pathologic Processes Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive Respiratory Tract Diseases

Age range

40 year–90 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

VABoston Healthcare System

Boston, Massachusetts, 02132, United States

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

COPD, ability to walk, has Internet access

Exclusion criteria

COPD exacerbation in previous 4 weeks

Treatment and study plan

Internet mediated walking program

Behavioral

Primary outcomes

Daily Step Counts

Time frame: pre and 3 months post

measured by pedometer

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

VA Boston Healthcare System

Fed

Collaborators

University of Michigan

Registry information

Official study title

Randomized Study of Use of Internet Mediated Walking Program and Pedometer in COPD

Important dates

Study start: 2012
Primary completion: 2016
Study completion: 2017
First posted: Jan 21, 2013
Registry last updated: Mar 14, 2017

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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