The primary aim of this trial is to determine the effects pulmonary rehabilitation with balance training compared to usual pulmonary rehabilitation on the 12-month rate of falls in individuals with COPD. Secondary aims are to determine the effects of the intervention on functional measures and to estimate the cost-effectiveness of the program. We are enrolling 400 individuals with COPD from nine centers across Canada, Europe, and Australia to participate in this clinical trial.
Impact
Findings from this study will improve our understanding of the effectiveness and resource uses of balance training alongside pulmonary rehabilitation for reducing falls in individuals with COPD. If effective, the intervention represents an opportunity to inform international guidelines and health policy for individuals with COPD who are at risk of falling.
Student Experience
Students will benefit from collaboration with international researchers.
Countries
Australia, Canada, Portugal
Impact
Research
Institutional Partner(s)
University of Toronto, West Park Healthcare Centre
Community Partner(s)
Industry Partner(s)
Key Outcomes
Publications
Sponsorship
Federal
Sponsorship Details
Funding for this study is provided by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research
