The specific aim of the study in our example is to conduct a feasibility translational home-based exercise trial established in the LEADERS (R2) project with the TExt-ME tele-exercise training system for participants with neurologic disability. We hypothesize that participants in this home-based tele-exercise training program will achieve similar gains in health and function outcomes as the onsite exercise training program. Further, there will be no difference in adverse side effects (safety) between the home-based and onsite exercise treatment groups.
TExT-ME is a home-based tele-exercise study providing a novel exercise program to participants with neurologic disabilities. The exercise curriculum is a Movement 2 Music (M2M) program developed during phase 2 of the grant (clinicaltrials.gov identifier NCT02533882). The exercise exercise classes are taught by trained dance instructors and are composed of a set of exercises tailored to the specific needs and capabilities of adults with neurologic disability. Each set of exercises is performed to high and low tempo music based on the individual's baseline level of function, with adjustments made to increase or decrease intensity if needed. The class consists of several training components: a) warmup (10 min.) to increase range of motion; strength/balance (15-20 min), aerobics (25-30 min. with rest periods as necessary); cool down (5 min). The TExT-ME training and monitoring system is a user-centered design (UCD) involving a tele-exercise coach (e.g., a trained research staff person) interacting remotely with a participant in their home using video conferencing programs. Participants wear monitors to maintain safe levels of exercise and provide feedback regarding exercise intensity to the instructors. Self-reported indicators of exercise intensity are also collected using rating of perceived exertion.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NA
Purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
27
The Movement to Music classes are composed of a set of exercises tailored to the specific needs and capabilities of each target group. The class will consist of and aerobic component and a strength component performed to varying music tempos. All movements will be choreographed by qualified dance instructors. Intervention is delivered using video-conferencing to connect the participant to their instructor.
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Birmingham, Alabama, United States
Cardiorespiratory Fitness as measured by sub-maximal VO2
Submax VO2 is assessed by the six minute walk test or the six minute push test. Participants wear a portable metabolic cart while walking or pushing
Time frame: 12 weeks
Pain as measured by PROMIS Pain Interference Short Form 8a
PROMIS Pain Interference Short Form 8a Questionnaire
Time frame: 12 weeks
Fatigue as measured by PROMIS Fatigue Short Form 8a
PROMIS Fatigue Short Form 8a Questionnaire
Time frame: 12 weeks
Grip Strength as measured by hand grip dynamometer
Participants exert as much force as possible using a Jamar hand grip dynamometer
Time frame: 12 weeks
Strength as measured by Biodex System 3 Multijoint dynamometer
Upper body strength is measured using a closed chain push/pull protocol. Lower body strength is measured using the knee flexion/extension protocol.
Time frame: 12 weeks
Balance as measured by the Timed Up and Go
The Timed to Up and Go test is performed using a chair with arms. The participants stand up from the chair, walk to a mark measured three meters from the chair then return back to the seat. A score of greater than or equal to 14 seconds (average) has been shown to indicate a high risk of falling.
Time frame: 12 weeks
Balance as measured by Biodex Limits of Stability
The Limits of Stability test is performed on the Biodex SD balance machine using the limits of stability protocol created by Biodex.
Time frame: 12 weeks
Balance as measured by Repeated Chair Stands
The repeated chair stands test is performed by asking participants to stand up and sit down 5 times as fast as possible. A score of greater than or equal to 14 seconds (average) has been shown to indicate a high risk of falling.
Time frame: 12 weeks
Walking velocity as measured by the GaitRite
20 meter walk is completed on the GaitRite mat
Time frame: 12 weeks
Health Biomarkers as measured by blood analysis (insulin)
Participants undergo a fasted blood draw to assess insulin
Time frame: 12 weeks
Health Biomarkers as measured by blood analysis (lipids)
Participants undergo a fasted blood draw to assess lipids
Time frame: 12 weeks
Health Biomarkers as measured by blood analysis (fasting glucose)
Participants undergo a fasted blood draw to assess glucose
Time frame: 12 weeks
Anthropometric measurements (BMI)
height and weight are assessed to compute BMI
Time frame: 12 weeks
Circumference measurements to be reported as composite ratios (waist circumference, hip circumference, neck circumference)
circumference measures are completed at the neck, hip, and waist. Waist to hip ratios are computed (A/G ratio)
Time frame: 12 weeks
Physical Function with Mobility Aid as measured by PROMIS Physical Function with Mobility Aid 455b
PROMIS Physical Function with Mobility Aid 455b questionnaire
Time frame: 12 weeks
Anxiety as measured by PROMIS Emotional Distress-Anxiety Short Form 8a
PROMIS Emotional Distress-Anxiety Short Form 8a questionnaire
Time frame: 12 weeks
Depression as measured by PROMIS Emotional Distress-Depression Short Form 8a
PROMIS Emotional Distress-Depression Short Form 8a questionnaire
Time frame: 12 weeks
Sleep Disturbance as measured by PROMIS Sleep Disturbance Short Form 8a
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PROMIS Sleep Disturbance Short Form 8a questionnaire
Time frame: 12 weeks
Ability to participate in social roles and activities as measured by PROMIS Ability to Participate in Social Roles and Activities Short Form 8a
PROMIS Ability to Participate in Social Roles and Activities Short Form 8a questionnaire
Time frame: 12 weeks
Nutrition Self-Efficacy as measured by the Nutrition Self-Efficacy Scale
Nutrition Self-Efficacy Scale
Time frame: 12 weeks
Physical Exercise Self-Efficacy as measured by the Physical Exercise Self Efficacy Scale
Physical Exercise Self Efficacy Scale
Time frame: 12 weeks
Pain intensity is measured by the PROMIS Pain Intensity Short Form
PROMIS Pain Intensity Short Form questionnaire
Time frame: 12 weeks
Body Composition as measured using a DEXA scan
GE Lunar Dual X-ray Absorptiometry is used to assess total body composition
Time frame: 12 weeks
Loneliness as measured by the Three-item loneliness scale
Three item loneliness scale
Time frame: 12 weeks