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Healthy Aging Through Movement (HELM)

Primary Purpose

Opioid Use Disorder

Status
Recruiting
Phase
Not Applicable
Locations
United States
Study Type
Interventional
Intervention
Supervised Exercise Intervention
Sponsored by
University of Florida
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Eligibility
Locations
Arms
Outcomes
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About this trial

This is an interventional basic science trial for Opioid Use Disorder focused on measuring Pain, Exercise

Eligibility Criteria

21 Years - 64 Years (Adult)All SexesAccepts Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion Criteria: Adults must be aged 21-64 years old Currently enrolled in OMT (opioid maintenance treatment) or present with at least mild opioid use disorder (endorses at least 2 DSM-V criteria for OUD within a 12-month period), Insufficiently physically active (defined as exercising < 20 minutes 3 times/week Able to understand and speak English Have a body mass index 18.5-40 kg/m^2 Willing and able to visit research center up to one time time/week for 12 weeks Participants will undergo a supervised maximal exercise test and physical exam by medical supervisor to be cleared for participation. Exclusion Criteria: Participants must not have heart disease, or had a stroke, uncontrolled diabetes, thyroid condition an eating disorder An uncontrolled major psychiatric condition (e.g., schizophrenia; conditions that are well-controlled, however [e.g., anxiety controlled through therapy] will not be exclusionary), or other medical condition(s) that contraindicate exercise; and may not be participating in a structured exercise training or weight loss program. Participants cannot be pregnant; pregnancy is exclusionary One individual per household may enroll.

Sites / Locations

  • University of FloridaRecruiting

Arms of the Study

Arm 1

Arm Type

Experimental

Arm Label

Supervised Exercise Intervention

Arm Description

Participants will be asked to complete 3 walking sessions per week for 12 weeks. We will ask them to complete at least 1 of these sessions in-person on-site and they will be given the option to complete up to 2 walking sessions per week off-site. Exercise training on-site will be performed on an indoor walking path, 50 min/session (plus 5 min. for each warm-up and cool down).

Outcomes

Primary Outcome Measures

Recruitment feasibility
Number of participants screened and enrolled with reasons for ineligibility and non-participation recruitment rate (participants enrolled/month
Intervention adherence
Measured as percent study sessions completed on-time (+/- 1 hour of the scheduled session) and the proportion of participants who achieved >75% adherence.

Secondary Outcome Measures

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First Posted
February 21, 2023
Last Updated
March 16, 2023
Sponsor
University of Florida
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1. Study Identification

Unique Protocol Identification Number
NCT05772884
Brief Title
Healthy Aging Through Movement
Acronym
HELM
Official Title
The Potential of Exercise to Reduce Pain and Enhance Mobility in Mid-life Adults Undergoing Opioid Use Treatment
Study Type
Interventional

2. Study Status

Record Verification Date
March 2023
Overall Recruitment Status
Recruiting
Study Start Date
May 11, 2022 (Actual)
Primary Completion Date
April 2024 (Anticipated)
Study Completion Date
June 2024 (Anticipated)

3. Sponsor/Collaborators

Responsible Party, by Official Title
Sponsor
Name of the Sponsor
University of Florida

4. Oversight

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Drug Product
No
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Device Product
No
Data Monitoring Committee
Yes

5. Study Description

Brief Summary
This study aims to examine the effectiveness of a supervised aerobic exercise program for persons with Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). Participants will be enrolled in a 12-week supervised aerobic exercise intervention.
Detailed Description
The overall project goals are to test the feasibility and acceptability of our aerobic exercise intervention with this population. Study participation will include a screening and enrollment phase, a baseline assessment, and a 12-week intervention. Participants will be recruited and consented by University of Florida (UF) study staff.

6. Conditions and Keywords

Primary Disease or Condition Being Studied in the Trial, or the Focus of the Study
Opioid Use Disorder
Keywords
Pain, Exercise

7. Study Design

Primary Purpose
Basic Science
Study Phase
Not Applicable
Interventional Study Model
Single Group Assignment
Model Description
All participants receive the same (single) intervention.
Masking
None (Open Label)
Allocation
N/A
Enrollment
30 (Anticipated)

8. Arms, Groups, and Interventions

Arm Title
Supervised Exercise Intervention
Arm Type
Experimental
Arm Description
Participants will be asked to complete 3 walking sessions per week for 12 weeks. We will ask them to complete at least 1 of these sessions in-person on-site and they will be given the option to complete up to 2 walking sessions per week off-site. Exercise training on-site will be performed on an indoor walking path, 50 min/session (plus 5 min. for each warm-up and cool down).
Intervention Type
Other
Intervention Name(s)
Supervised Exercise Intervention
Intervention Description
Exercise duration will be gradually increased as tolerated to 50 min/session, with intensity ramping up to 65-75% HRmax by week 3. On-site exercise sessions will occur along a pre-marked walking path, and a trained staff member will walk alongside the participant to monitor their heart rate. Speed will be manipulated to achieve desired intensity and to sustain heart rate in the target zone. Heart rate will be monitored and recorded via telemetry during the on-site exercise sessions. Step cadence (i.e., steps/minute) will also be monitored and recorded during the on-site sessions and discussed with participants as a way to understand and track their speed when completing off-site walking sessions on their own.
Primary Outcome Measure Information:
Title
Recruitment feasibility
Description
Number of participants screened and enrolled with reasons for ineligibility and non-participation recruitment rate (participants enrolled/month
Time Frame
Baseline up to 4 weeks
Title
Intervention adherence
Description
Measured as percent study sessions completed on-time (+/- 1 hour of the scheduled session) and the proportion of participants who achieved >75% adherence.
Time Frame
Up to 13 weeks

10. Eligibility

Sex
All
Minimum Age & Unit of Time
21 Years
Maximum Age & Unit of Time
64 Years
Accepts Healthy Volunteers
Accepts Healthy Volunteers
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Adults must be aged 21-64 years old Currently enrolled in OMT (opioid maintenance treatment) or present with at least mild opioid use disorder (endorses at least 2 DSM-V criteria for OUD within a 12-month period), Insufficiently physically active (defined as exercising < 20 minutes 3 times/week Able to understand and speak English Have a body mass index 18.5-40 kg/m^2 Willing and able to visit research center up to one time time/week for 12 weeks Participants will undergo a supervised maximal exercise test and physical exam by medical supervisor to be cleared for participation. Exclusion Criteria: Participants must not have heart disease, or had a stroke, uncontrolled diabetes, thyroid condition an eating disorder An uncontrolled major psychiatric condition (e.g., schizophrenia; conditions that are well-controlled, however [e.g., anxiety controlled through therapy] will not be exclusionary), or other medical condition(s) that contraindicate exercise; and may not be participating in a structured exercise training or weight loss program. Participants cannot be pregnant; pregnancy is exclusionary One individual per household may enroll.
Central Contact Person:
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name or Official Title & Degree
Lauren E Nieder, MSPH
Phone
(352) 294-1067
Email
lauren.nieder@ufl.edu
Overall Study Officials:
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name & Degree
Meredith S Berry, PhD
Organizational Affiliation
University of Florida
Official's Role
Principal Investigator
Facility Information:
Facility Name
University of Florida
City
Gainesville
State/Province
Florida
ZIP/Postal Code
32611
Country
United States
Individual Site Status
Recruiting
Facility Contact:
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name & Degree
Lauren E Nieder, MSPH
Phone
352-294-1067
Email
lauren.nieder@ufl.edu
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name & Degree
Meredith S Berry, PhD
First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name & Degree
Danielle Jake-Schoffman, PhD

12. IPD Sharing Statement

Plan to Share IPD
No

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