What side effects are associated with this type of intervention?

Common treatments for physically disabled individuals using digital exercise programs, telehealth, and virtual rehabilitation generally have minimal side effects. However, potential issues may include technology-related barriers such as difficulty accessing or using digital platforms, which can be particularly challenging for individuals with sensory impairments. Additionally, there may be a risk of overexertion or injury if exercises are not properly tailored to the individual's capabilities. Ensuring proper guidance and monitoring by healthcare professionals can help mitigate these risks.

What prior FDA approvals exist?

The FDA has approved various treatments and interventions for physically disabled individuals, including medications, physical therapy, and assistive devices. While specific FDA approvals for virtual exercise programs are not detailed in the provided context, digital platforms for delivering exercise programs, such as the one being studied in the Online Platform for Virtual Exercise Programs trial, represent a growing area of interest. These programs aim to improve accessibility and adherence to physical therapy by leveraging technology to facilitate remote exercise, particularly beneficial for individuals with mobility impairments or those facing barriers to in-person therapy.

What other types of research exist?

Promising alternatives to online platforms for virtual exercise programs for physically disabled patients include interactive virtual telerehabilitation systems, mobile health applications specifically designed for rehabilitation, and virtual reality (VR) programs. These technologies have shown effectiveness in improving physical function and engagement in clinical trials and systematic reviews.

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Online Exercise Program for Physical Disability

N/A

Waitlist Available

Led By Mohanraj Thirumalai, PhD

Research Sponsored by University of Alabama at Birmingham

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Age 18 years or above

Has a physical disability

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up before and after 8 weeks of participation

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial tests an online platform that offers virtual exercise programs for people with physical disabilities. It targets members of a community fitness center who have mobility issues or chronic health conditions. The platform helps users stay active by providing exercise classes and support through surveys and coaching calls.

Who is the study for?

This trial is for members of the Lakeshore Foundation, aged 18 or older, who have a physical disability and can communicate in English. Participants must have internet access to join.

What is being tested?

The study is evaluating an online fitness program tailored for individuals with physical disabilities. It aims to assess how well participants can use the virtual platform and engage with the exercise programs provided.

What are the potential side effects?

Since this trial involves an exercise program, potential side effects may include muscle soreness, fatigue, and risk of injury if exercises are not performed correctly. However, specific risks depend on individual health conditions.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below

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I am 18 years old or older.

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I have a physical disability.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ before and after 8 weeks of participation

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~before and after 8 weeks of participation

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and before and after 8 weeks of participation for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary study objectives

Change in Level of Physical activity from baseline at 8 weeks

Secondary study objectives

Change in Exercise goals/plans from baseline at 8 weeks

Change in Health-related quality of life from baseline at 8 weeks

Change in Outcome expectations for exercise from baseline at 8 weeks

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Awards & Highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.

Trial Design

1Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: ExerciseExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Use online exercise platform

Treatment

First Studied

Drug Approval Stage

How many patients have taken this drug

Exercise

2016

Completed Phase 1

~820

0 / 2Eligibility criteria met

Research Highlights

Information in this section is not a recommendation. We encourage patients to speak with their healthcare team when evaluating any treatment decision.

Mechanism Of Action

Side Effect Profile

Prior Approvals

Other Research

Digital technology-based interventions for physically disabled patients, such as online platforms for virtual exercise programs, work by providing structured exercise routines, real-time feedback, and motivational support. These mechanisms help improve physical activity levels, muscle strength, and overall physical functioning. This approach is significant for physically disabled patients as it offers accessible, flexible, and personalized rehabilitation options that can be performed at home, reducing barriers to consistent exercise and potentially improving adherence and outcomes.

Technologies used to facilitate remote rehabilitation of adults with deconditioning, musculoskeletal conditions, stroke, or traumatic brain injury: an umbrella review.Video-guided exercise after stroke: a feasibility randomised controlled trial.Respiratory Telerehabilitation of Boys and Young Men with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in the COVID-19 Pandemic.