Investigation of Arm Swings Characteristics in Patient With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Launched by HACETTEPE UNIVERSITY · Feb 16, 2023

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This clinical trial is studying how arm movements change in patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) compared to healthy individuals. The researchers want to understand if and how these arm swings relate to balance, the severity of the disease, and overall posture in people with COPD. They will include 20 patients with COPD, who are stable and able to walk independently, as well as 20 healthy volunteers aged 40 to 65.

If you or a loved one have COPD and are interested in participating, you would need to be stable for the last month and not using any walking aids or receiving long-term oxygen therapy. During the trial, participants will complete various tests to assess their balance and walking ability, which will help researchers learn more about COPD and how it affects movement. This study aims to improve our understanding of the disease and support healthcare professionals in treating patients effectively.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Who has been clinically stable for the last 4 weeks,
• • who will be able to walk independently for 6 minutes,
• • According to the Classification of Airflow Limitation in COPD (GOLD) system, the Stage is 1-2-3,
• • who declares that he has not taken part in any other research
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • walking assistive devices,
• • receiving chronic oxygen therapy,
• • with central and peripheral vestibular disease,
• • with orthopedic, neuromuscular, neurological and cardiac diseases that may affect gait and balance,
• • with a history of lung cancer, sarcoidosis, tuberculosis and/or lung surgery,
• • who has communication problems,
• • with mental and cognitive problems