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At a Glance
Age
50 – 85
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
80 (estimated)
Sponsor
VA Office of Research and Development · Federal
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for Veterans who have recovered from COVID-19 and have certain health conditions. Participants will engage in a supervised exercise program at home to improve their health and physical abilities.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
I am a Veteran
I had COVID-19 more than 90 days ago
I have been diagnosed with two of the following: high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, chronic kidney disease, or lung disease
I have been diagnosed with one of the above conditions and my BMI is over 30
You may not be able to join if
I have had a heart attack in the past 3 months
I have chest pain that limits my activity
I have severe heart failure
I have uncontrolled high blood pressure
I have poorly controlled diabetes
I have severe lung disease requiring oxygen at home
I have a history of falls or fractures
I have dementia
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria.
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The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has resulted in catastrophic infections and fatalities across the nation. Many older Veterans with comorbidities are especially vulnerable to complications and poor recovery. This award will investigate the effect of a novel, home-based, supervised, group exercise tele-rehabilitation in Veterans recovered from COVID-19 on cardiopulmonary and physica…
The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has resulted in catastrophic infections and fatalities across the nation. Many older Veterans with comorbidities are especially vulnerable to complications and poor recovery. This award will investigate the effect of a novel, home-based, supervised, group exercise tele-rehabilitation in Veterans recovered from COVID-19 on cardiopulmonary and physical function.
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Veteran
* documented COVID-19 \> 90 days ago
* diagnosis of 2 of following conditions: hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease OR 1 condition and BMI \> 30 kg/m2
Exclusion Criteria:
* myocardial infarction…
Inclusion Criteria:
* Veteran
* documented COVID-19 \> 90 days ago
* diagnosis of 2 of following conditions: hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease OR 1 condition and BMI \> 30 kg/m2
Exclusion Criteria:
* myocardial infarction (within 3 months)
* exertional or unstable angina (chest pain that limits activity)
* severe congestive heart failure (EF \< 20% in last year or NYHA Classification III or IV)
* uncontrolled hypertension (SBP \>180 \&/or DBP \> 110 mm Hg at screening)
* screening EKG with ischemia, complex arrhythmia, or high-grade block (per Minnesota Code)
* poorly controlled diabetes mellitus (FBS\>200 mg/dl, RBS \> 299 mg/dl, or HbA1C \> 10)
* treatment for cancer except skin cancer (within 3 months)
* peripheral vascular disease with claudication
* severe arthritis limiting ambulation
* neurologic disease limiting ambulation (weakness requiring assist device; severe neuropathy)
* end stage liver disease (decompensated liver disease)
* End stage renal failure (dialysis)
* severe pulmonary disease (home O2, admission for dyspnea or pneumonia within 1 month)
* high fall risk (history of falls, bone fracture)
* dementia (based on Evaluation to Consent)
* signs or symptoms of any medical comorbidity that would preclude exercise testing or training
* exercises on routine basis (structured aerobic exercise \> 3 time per week)
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