The Effect of a Technology-Mediated Integrated Walking and Tai Chi Intervention on Physical Function in Veterans With COPD and Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain
Eligible age
40–100 yrs
Accepts
All genders
Locations
1 state
Healthy volunteers
No
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About this study
Persons with COPD benefit from being physically active, but they are often limited by chronic musculoskeletal pain. This project will determine whether a non-pharmacologic, integrated, technology-mediated walking and Tai Chi mindfulness intervention can improve physical function in Veterans with COPD and chronic musculoskeletal pain. The proposed research addresses VA Rehabilitation R\&D Service's high priority area of improving health-related quality of life by reducing disease burden and maximizing function in Veterans with chronic disease.
Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development
You may qualify if…
- ✓ Male and female participants, aged 40 and older
- ✓ Clinical diagnosis of COPD defined as history of cigarette consumption of \> 10 pack-years, and either a ratio of forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1) to forced vital capacity (FVC) \< 0.70 or chest computerized tomography (CT) evidence of emphysema\*
- ✓ Numeric Rating Scale pain score \> 3 for \> 3 months
- ✓ Self-reported ability to walk a minimum of one block, bend at the hip, and transfer weight from one leg to another
- ✓ Ability to complete 800 feet walk with Fitbit Inspire-2 recording \> 90% accuracy to detect steps compared to manual counts\*
- ✓ Have access to a computer or smartphone with Internet connection or willing to come to study site to use study computers
- ✓ Have access to videoconferencing audio and video capabilities
- ✓ Competent to provide informed consent and willingness to make return study visits
You may not qualify if…
- ✕ COPD exacerbation in the previous 1 month
- ✕ Clinical signs of unstable cardiovascular disease (active coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, uncontrolled atrial fibrillation, or uncontrolled hypertension)
- ✕ Oxygen saturation \< 85% recorded on baseline 4-meter walk\*
- ✕ High fall risk (unable to perform 5 chair stand tests)
- ✕ Inability to ambulate
- ✕ Inability to complete questionnaires
- ✕ Inability to collect at least 7 of 10 days of baseline step counts
- ✕ Active substance abuse
Where it's recruiting
Boston
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · NCT05701982 · last updated 2026-01-22