The Effect of Walking Program With Pedometer on Quality-of-life Among Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Patients
Overview
- Phase
- N/A
- Intervention
- Not specified
- Conditions
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Sponsor
- Chang Gung University
- Enrollment
- 45
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- 6 minute walking test
- Status
- Completed
- Last Updated
- 4 years ago
Overview
Brief Summary
The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of a walking program on exercise capacity and quality of life in patient with COPD. Method: Patients with COPD were randomly assigned to pedometer group (PG) or control group (CON). Subjects in PG walked to target steps daily with pedometer for 6 weeks. Before and after the program, the following measurements were performed: pulmonary function test (PFT), daily steps, Six-Minute Walk Test (6MWT), COPD Assessment Test (CAT), and quality of life questionnaire (SF-12).
Detailed Description
Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are suffered from impaired pulmonary function and dyspnea which result to limited level of physical activity, and impaired quality of life. Exercise and regular physical activity have been proven to break the vicious circle. The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of a walking program on exercise capacity and quality of life in patient with COPD. Method: Patients with COPD were randomly assigned to pedometer group (PG) or control group (CON). Subjects in PG walked to target steps daily with pedometer for 6 weeks. Before and after the program, the pulmonary function was assessed by spiromtery test. The exercise capacity were assessed by six-minute walking test, the physical activity level was assessed by daily steps, The quality of life was assessed by COPD Assessment Test (CAT), and quality of life questionnaire (SF-12). .
Investigators
Chen Yen-Huey
assist professor
Chang Gung University
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- •diagnosed with COPD
- •in a medically stable condition
- •able to walk unassisted
- •≥ 40 years of age
Exclusion Criteria
- •oxygen therapy,
- •hemodynamic instability,
- •signs/symptoms of acute infection
- •severe neurological, musculoskeletal, or cardiovascular conditions that affect walking
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
6 minute walking test
Time Frame: week 7
walking distance
Short-form 12 questionnaire (SF-12)
Time Frame: week 7
The SF-12 is a quality of life questionnaire. The scores range from 0 (worst conceivable QOL) to 100 (best conceivable QOL)
tidal volume
Time Frame: week 7
the amount of air that moves in or out of the lungs with each respiratory cycle. It is measured by spirometers.
daily steps
Time Frame: week 7
the number of total walking steps per day which is measured by pedometer.