Clinical trials: Physical Functioning
Chronic Pain, Musculoskeletal Pain
Improving Health for Older Adults With Pain Through Engagement (Open-pilot)
The goal of this project is to conduct an open-pilot (N=30) to evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, and fidelity of a mind-body and activity program (GetActive+) with older adults with chronic pain.
- Trial name
- iHOPE (NCT05782231)
- Testing
- GetActive+
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 33 people
- Sponsor
- Massachusetts General Hospital
Heart Disease (Coronary Artery Disease, Ischemic Heart Disease, Hypertensive Heart Disease), Uncontrolled Diabetes (HBA1c ≥ 10)
Piloting the IPROACTIF Program to Preserve Functioning and Prevent Cognitive Decline
Conduct a pilot randomized control to assess the preliminary efficacy of IPROACTIF, an occupational therapist-delivered primary care intervention for aging and chronic disease management.
- Trial name
- NCT04682977
- Testing
- IPROACTIF (Integrated PRimary Care and Occupational Therapy for Aging and Chronic Disease Treatment to preserve Independence and Functioning), Usual primary care services
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 45 people
- Sponsor
- University of Illinois at Chicago
Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip, Exercise Therapy
Walking Skill Training Program Effects in Patients With Total Hip Arthroplasty
Rehabilitation plays an important part after total hip arthroplasty. In this common practice few studies have been performed on this issue. The aims of this study were: 1.
- Trial name
- NCT00808483
- Testing
- Walking skill training program
- Where
- Norway
- Volunteers
- 68 people
- Sponsor
- University of Oslo
Hand Function, Stroke
TheraBracelet Phase I
This project aims to test a new technology that may improve hand function impaired from a stroke, thereby improving independence and quality of life.
- Conditions
- Hand Function, Stroke, Upper Extremity, Hemiparesis
- Trial name
- NCT03318341
- Testing
- Real Stimulation
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 26 people
- Sponsor
- TheraBracelet, Inc.
Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain
Krill Oil for Pain in Elders
Chronic musculoskeletal pain contributes to mobility disability among older adults. Nutritional interventions, like omega-3 fatty acids, may help manage pain and improve physical function.
- Trial name
- KOPE (NCT06580912)
- Testing
- Krill oil, Mixed vegetable oil
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- University of Florida
Sedentary Lifestyle
A "Stand Up and Move More" Intervention for Older Adults
The purpose of the expanded study is to examine the effectiveness of a "Stand Up and Move More" intervention to reduce sedentary behavior in older adults from underserved communities.
- Trial name
- NCT03412084
- Testing
- Stand up and move more
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 84 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Wisconsin, Madison
Stroke, Physical Disability
Concomitant Sensory Stimulation During Therapy to Enhance Hand Functional Recovery Post Stroke
The objective of this study is to determine if combining vibration with hand task practice is superior to hand task practice alone.
- Trial name
- NCT04569123
- Testing
- real stimulation, No stimulation
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 61 people
- Sponsor
- Medical University of South Carolina
Acute Decompensated Heart Failure
Assessment of Biomarkers and Cardiorenal Syndrome in Acute Decompensated Heart Failure With Vasodilator Therapy
The purpose of this study is to determine whether Nesiritide is more effective than nitroglycerin in modifying inflammatory and neurohormonal biomarkers without renal toxicity when proper infusion duration is administered.
- Trial name
- ABC-HFT (NCT00842023)
- Testing
- Nesiritide, Nitroglycerin
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 89 people
- Sponsor
- Western University of Health Sciences
Aging, Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2
Effect of GLP1 Receptor Agonists on Physical Function, Body Composition, and Markers of Aging in Older Adults
Semaglutide is a medication approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as an antihyperglycemic (a drug that reduces glucoses in those with diabetes) and for weight management.
- Conditions
- Aging, Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2, PreDiabetes, Overweight and Obesity
- Trial name
- NCT05786521
- Testing
- Semaglutide Injectable Product, Lifestyle Counseling
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 20 people
- Sponsor
- The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Signs and Symptoms, Respiratory, Mobile Applications
Feasibility Study to Use Biosensing Devices to Monitor PA and Resp. Function in Smokers w and w/o Resp. Symptoms/COPD
This study examines the feasibility and acceptability of using mobile applications and biosensing (mHealth) devices in detecting vitality parameters in current smokers with and without respiratory symptoms/COPD (e.g., heart rate…
- Conditions
- Signs and Symptoms, Respiratory, Mobile Applications, Activity Trackers, Respiratory Function Tests
- Trial name
- NCT04081961
- Testing
- Anamed OEM device; Air Next mobile spirometry device
- Where
- Kazakhstan
- Volunteers
- 27 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Kazakhstan Academy of Preventive Medicine
Disabling Medical Events, Disabled
Enhanced Medical Rehabilitation in Older Adults
The purpose of this study is to provide evidence that Enhanced Medical Rehabilitation is an effective treatment for older adults after disabling medical events.
- Conditions
- Disabling Medical Events, Disabled, Depression
- Trial name
- EMR (NCT02114879)
- Testing
- Enhanced Medical Rehabilitation, Standard of Care Rehabilitation
- Where
- 3 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 229 people
- Sponsor
- Washington University School of Medicine
Stroke
Assessment of the Stroke Rehabilitation Assessment of Movement as a Clinical Tool
The Stroke Rehabilitation Assessment of Movement (STREAM) is a relatively new measurement tool, which measures specific movement deficits (impairments) caused by a stroke.
- Trial name
- NCT00635661
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 34 people
- Sponsor
- State University of New York - Upstate Medical University
COPD, Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain
BRAIN, Symptoms, and Physical Activity in COPD
Persons with COPD have both chronic musculoskeletal pain and dyspnea that require accurate diagnosis and treatment, ultimately to optimize functional status.
- Trial name
- BRAIN-SPA (NCT04291131)
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 9 people
- Sponsor
- VA Office of Research and Development
Crohn's Disease
Long-term Safety Study of Brodalumab in Adults With Crohn's Disease
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of long-term treatment with brodalumab in adults with Crohn's disease.
- Trial name
- NCT01199302
- Testing
- Brodalumab
- Where
- 34 sites in United States, Australia and 6 more
- Volunteers
- 67 people
- Sponsor
- Amgen
Mitochondrial Function, Physical Function
Resveratrol to Enhance Vitality and Vigor in Elders
Resveratrol, a compound found in red wine and dark-skinned grapes, will improve the function of mitochondria (energy producing components) within the leg muscles of moderate functioning older adults.
- Trial name
- REVIVE (NCT02123121)
- Testing
- Resveratrol 1000 mg/day, Resveratrol 1500 mg/day, Vegetable cellulose
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 60 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Florida
Physical Activity, Blood Pressure
Multilevel Intervention for Physical Activity in Retirement Communities
The purpose of this study was to assess whether a 6-month multilevel physical activity intervention can significantly increase physical activity levels in sedentary adults, 65 and older, living in Continuing Care Retirement…
- Conditions
- Physical Activity, Blood Pressure, Physical Functioning, Quality of Life
- Trial name
- MIPARC (NCT01155011)
- Testing
- Physical Activity, Group educational sessions, Phone counseling call
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 307 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of California, San Diego
HIV Associated Neurocognitive Disorder
Study of Paroxetine and Fluconazole for the Treatment of HIV Associated Neurocognitive Disorder
The purpose of this study is to see if paroxetine and fluconazole are safe and effective as a treatment for problems with memory, concentration, thinking, and judgment in people who are infected with HIV.
- Trial name
- ParaFlu (NCT01354314)
- Testing
- Fluconazole, Paroxetine, Paroxetine and Fluconazole
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 45 people
- Sponsor
- Johns Hopkins University
Sickle Cell Disease
Assessment of Algorithm-Based Hydroxyurea Dosing on Fetal Hemoglobin Response, Acute Complications, and Organ Function in People With Sickle Cell Disease
Background: Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a blood disease. The drug hydroxyurea (HU) is approved to prevent pain crises in people with SCD. Researchers want to see how higher doses of HU affect the blood.
- Trial name
- NCT02225132
- Testing
- Hydroxyurea
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 10 people
- Sponsor
- National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
Visual Acuity
Clinical Assessment of Visual Function With the Acrysof ReSTOR Multifocal IOL
The purpose of this study is to assess uniocular and binocular unaided distance, intermediate, and near VA; contrast sensitivity, accommodation amplitude, stereopsis, glare testing, ocular aberrations and the clinical…
- Trial name
- NCT00759096
- Testing
- RESTOR IOL Model SA60D3
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 30 people
- Sponsor
- Alcon Research
Chronic Pain
The Thrive Study: Improving Multimodal Physical Function in Adults With Heterogenous Chronic Pain
The investigators aim to conduct a randomized controlled trial to test the feasibility of a mind-body walking program compared to a health education program for individuals with chronic musculoskeletal pain.
- Trial name
- NCT05700383
- Testing
- GetActive-Fitbit, Healthy Living for Pain
- Where
- 3 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 92 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Massachusetts General Hospital