Exploring the Effects of Aerobic Exercise Combined with BFRT on Patients with COPD
Exploring the Effects of Aerobic Exercise Combined with Blood Flow Restriction Training on Exercise Capacity, Cardiopulmonary Functions, and Quality of Life in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
National Cheng Kung University
90 participants
Nov 20, 2024
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
Investigate the effects of exercise training on the cardiopulmonary function and exercise capacity in COPD patients.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria4
- COPD classified as levels 2-4.
- Stable condition without worsening in the past three months.
- No participation in any rehabilitation program within the past six months.
- Ability to understand and follow verbal commands and cooperate with an exercise training program.
Exclusion Criteria5
- Unconscious or unable to cooperate with the evaluator.
- Hospitalization due to acute illness within the past three months.
- Severe joint diseases or history of lower limb surgery.
- Severe cardiovascular disease (e.g., presence of a cardiac pacemaker or acute myocardial infarction within the past six months).
- Dependence on oxygen supply.
Interventions
The aerobic exercise intervention will utilize an ergometer. The program will be conducted 2-3 times per week over a 3-month period.
The participants will be provided by educational program about COPD self-care and home-based exercise approach.
Blood flow restriction (BFR) intervention will combine aerobic exercise on the ergometer with BFR training. The program will be conducted 2-3 times per week over a 3-month period.
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NCT06756646