Exercise Training in Patients With Glaucoma (HIT GLAUCOMA)
Glaucoma, Open-Angle, Exercise Training, Microvascular Health
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Glaucoma, Open-Angle
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Voluntary written informed consent of the participant has been obtained prior to any screening procedures Patients with primary open angle glaucoma (POAG), high tension glaucoma (HTG) and normal tension glaucoma (NTG), aged 40 - 75 years In regular follow-up in either of the two study centres Exclusion Criteria: Patients having had glaucoma surgery within 6 months before start of the project Patients with changes in topical medication or laser trabeculoplasty within 3 months before start of the project Patients with very severe glaucoma (visual field mean deviation lower than -12Db) Significant opacification of ocular media Patients with life-threatening arrhythmia, signs of ischemia during CPET which preclude participation in an exercise trial Patients with insulin treated diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or cancer. Mental or physical limitation precluding participation in a high intensity exercise program
Sites / Locations
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Experimental
Experimental
Intervention Group
Control Group
Group performing exercise training and receiving standard care
Group receiving lifestyle counseling and receiving standard care