Internet-based Rehabilitation Aftercare Focusing on Physical Activity Promotion in Persons With COPD (NCT05006560) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Internet-based Rehabilitation Aftercare Focusing on Physical Activity Promotion in Persons With COPD
Germany48 participantsStarted 2021-07-05
Plain-language summary
The aim of the study is to evaluate a 12-week internet-based rehabilitation aftercare program with an emphasis on physical activity promotion for persons with COPD. The program starts directly after an inpatient pulmonary rehabilitation program. It includes monitoring and promotion of physical activity, progressive resistance and endurance training, education through online learning modules and continuous support from a therapist.
Who can participate
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Main diagnosis for the Pulmonary Rehabilitation is an International Classification of Diseases-Code J44.- (Other chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) at all 2011 Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) classifications A-D and stages 1-4.
* Internet access at home
* owning a smartphone with the operating system Android or iOS
* basic computer and internet skills (e. g. using web browser)
* ability to operate a smartphone (especially to install mobile applications)
* ability to read, write and comprehend as well as communicate electronically
Exclusion Criteria:
* severe concomitant disease, which will affect the ability to be physically active more than COPD for example, cancer or severe cardiac, neurological, orthopaedic or metabolic comorbidities)
* cognitive impairment that hampers study implementation
* Lack of ability to speak German
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1This trial was focused on internet-based rehabilitation aftercare for COPD — since it's now completed, has any data been published on whether participants actually found it helpful for staying physically active after pulmonary rehab, and could that approach be relevant for my situation?
2The study measured things like recruitment, retention, and how well people stuck to the program, which suggests it was mainly testing whether this type of digital aftercare is even feasible — does that mean we don't yet have strong evidence it improves my breathing or fitness outcomes, and should that affect how I think about it compared to established in-person options?
3Since this was an internet-based program, do you know what the tech requirements were and whether the kind of remote support it tested is something you could realistically help me access or build into my care plan right now?
4The trial also looked at things from the therapist's perspective in terms of practicability — does that tell us anything about how this type of program might actually be delivered in a real clinical setting, and is anything like it currently available through your practice or our local pulmonary rehab program?
5Given that this study focused on COPD patients specifically after pulmonary rehabilitation, do you think I would benefit from completing a formal pulmonary rehab program first before exploring digital aftercare options like this one?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Acceptability of the intervention and participants' satisfaction (participant perspective)
Timeframe: one week after the rehabilitation aftercare program (T2)
2
Acceptability and practicability of intervention (therapist perspective)
Timeframe: one week after the last participant was supervised by the therapist
3
Recruitment
Timeframe: 6 to 3 weeks prior to inpatient rehabilitation
4
Compliance with intervention protocol
Timeframe: from the start of the aftercare program, until the end of the aftercare program, on average 12 weeks
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Retention
Timeframe: one week after the rehabilitation aftercare program (T2)