💬In plain words
What the trial is, and whether it could suit you
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an irreversible disorder characterized by persistent airflow limitation and increased lung compliance. It leads to dyspnea, skeletal muscle dysfunction, impaired functional capacity, and reduced quality of life. Physical inactivity is considered a major contributor to symptom deterioration, the development of a vicious cycle, and ultimately increased mortality.
According to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the American Thoracic Society (ATS), and the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR), pulmonary rehabilitation should include aerobic and resistance exercise for at least 20 minutes per session, performed three to five times per week for a minimum of 12 weeks. Exercise intensity should be progressively increased to exceed 60% of peak oxygen uptake (VO₂peak), and patients are encouraged
Sign in to get the eligibility rules as simple questions to take to your doctor.
📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Healthy individuals
Inclusion Criteria:
* No prior experience with whole-body vibration therapy or exposure to vibration-related occupations or sports.
* Aged between 18 and 65 years.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Pregnancy.
* Acute thrombosis.
* Severe cardiovascular disease.
* Presence of a cardiac pacemaker.
* Recent wounds due to injury or surgery.
* Hip or knee implants.
* Acute hernia, intervertebral disc degeneration, or spondylolysis.
* Severe diabetes mellitus.
* Epilepsy.
* Recent infection.
* Severe migraine.
* Tumor.
* Recently implanted intrauterine device, metal pins, or metal plates.
* Kidney stones.
* Organ failure.
* Presence of musculoskeletal, respiratory, neurological, cardiovascular conditions, or any form of acute or chronic pain.
* Participation in other research studies concurrently.
* Regular exercise habits (engaging in moderate-intensity exercise ≥3 times per week).
COPD
Inclusion Criteria:
* Clinically diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and classified as Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) stage II, III, or IV.
* No history of hospitalization within the past two months.
* No participation in any rehabilitation program within the past two months.
* Able to comply with the exercise training program.
* Aged 18 years or older.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Severe respiratory diseases (e.g., bronchiectasis, pulmonary fibrosis, asthma, or tuberculosis).
* Current smokers.
* Hip or knee implants.
* Severe joint disease or history of lower extremity surgery.
* History of vitreous hemorrhage.
* Dependence on supplemental oxygen.
* Severe alcohol abuse (\>80 g/day).
* Severe malnutrition (BMI \< 19 kg/m²).
* Pregnancy.
* Acute thrombosis.
* Presence of a cardiac pacemaker.
* Recent wounds due to injury or surgery.
* Acute hernia, intervertebral disc degeneration, or spondylolysis.
* Severe diabetes mellitus.
* Epilepsy.
* Recent infection.
* Severe migraine.
* Tumor.
* Recently implanted intrauterine device, metal pins, or metal plates.
* Kidney stones.
* Organ failure.
* Altered consciousness or inability to comply with assessments.
* Participation in other research studies concurrently
National Cheng Kung University Hospital
Tainan, Taiwan
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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