Evaluating Isoinertial Training to Improve Muscle Strength and Function in Adults Aged 50 to 80 With Moderate to Severe COPD

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the effects of an isoinertial training program on muscle strength and functional capacity in older adults diagnosed with moderate to severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease COPD. COPD causes systemic changes, including muscle dysfunction that limits patients abilities and quality of life. Isoinertial training may improve muscle mass, neuromuscular efficiency, and functional performance in this population. The study is a randomized controlled clinical trial involving 30 participants aged 50 to 80 years. Participants will be randomly assigned to either a supervised isoinertial training program or a control group following the usual pulmonary rehabilitation program. The intervention lasts 8 weeks with 2 to 3 sessions per week, focusing on upper and lower limb strengthening using an isoinertial device with progressively increased load. The control group maintains traditional rehabilitation exercises without isoinertial training. Participants will undergo initial assessments including tests of muscle strength, functional capacity, clinical parameters, and sociodemographic data. Outcomes measured at baseline and after 8 weeks include upper and lower limb strength, functional mobility, muscle quality, and functional performance through various tests like the Hand Grip Test and 6-minute walk test. Secondary measures include quality of life, body mass index, heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation. Safety and adherence will be monitored throughout the study period.

Isoinertial Training in Patients With COPD