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Stepping up to Health - for Veterans With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
NCT01102777 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
The purpose of this study is to assess the efficacy of an internet-mediated pedometer based intervention that is designed to increase walking and improve function among veterans with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The Specific Aims are: 1) to test the effectiveness of an automated internet-mediated walking program for veterans with COPD with a primary outcome of improvement in health-related quality of life at four-months and at one year in a randomized controlled trial (RCT) with a wait list control. 2) to estimate the effect of internet-mediated walking program for veterans with COPD on all cause days of hospitalization over one year following randomization. 3) to compare intervention reach, participation and satisfaction outcomes between rural and urban veterans among those randomized to the intervention arm. The long-term objective of this research is to develop, evaluate and disseminate effective, low-cost interventions that improve quality of life for veterans, particularly rural veterans, managing complex chronic conditions.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- OTHER Usual Care
- BEHAVIORAL automated internet-mediated walking program
Study Locations (1)
Michigan
- VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System — Ann Arbor
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 307 participants |
| Start Date | 2011-12 |
| Est. Completion | 2014-01 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT01102777
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT01102777 describes a study currently listed as completed. It is categorized as NA, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 307 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is VA Office of Research and Development, which has 1,863 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 1 condition, with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions — of which Usual Care is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT01102777 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include Michigan. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT01102777 about?
NCT01102777 is a clinical study titled "Stepping up to Health - for Veterans With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)". The purpose of this study is to assess the efficacy of an internet-mediated pedometer based intervention that is designed to increase walking and improve function among veterans with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The Specific Aims are: 1) to test the effectiveness of an automated int...
What is the current status of trial NCT01102777?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 307 participants. The study started on 2011-12. Estimated completion is 2014-01.
What conditions does trial NCT01102777 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT01102777?
The interventions under investigation include: Usual Care (OTHER), automated internet-mediated walking program (BEHAVIORAL). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT01102777?
This trial is sponsored by VA Office of Research and Development, which has 1,863 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT01102777 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Michigan. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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