Analysis of the NuStep as an Introductory Fitness Regimen

NCT ID: NCT00954694

Last Updated: 2009-08-07

Basic Information

• Recruitment Status: UNKNOWN
• Clinical Phase: NA
• Total Enrollment: 30 participants
• Study Classification: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Start Date: 2009-08-31
• Study Completion Date: 2009-11-30

Brief Summary

The purpose of this research study is to determine if participation in a fifteen week introductory exercise regimen using the NuStep by sedentary adults diagnosed with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes will affect exercise adherence and lifestyle adjustment. This study will examine if using the NuStep encourages participants to seek other modes and facilitates interest in exercise. Age, gender, weight, height, waist-to-hip ratio, heart rate, blood pressure, 6-minute walk test, and A1C will be recorded pre, mid-point, and post-test. During each NuStep exercise session heart rate, blood pressure, blood glucose level, oxygen saturation, METs, and the Borg rate of perceived exertion will be monitored.

Associations between NuStep use and exercise adherence are investigated through the following hypothesis and null hypothesis. There is an association between using the NuStep as an introductory exercise regimen by sedentary adults diagnosed with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes and exercise adherence. The null hypothesis states there is no association between using the NuStep as an introductory exercise regimen by sedentary adults diagnosed with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes and exercise adherence. The primary endpoint of the study is the qualitative measurement, by use of a questionnaire, of attitude and interest toward exercise in participants by assessing if they choose to seek and perform other modes of exercise. Secondary endpoints are the quantitative measurement of the change in weight, waist-to-hip ratio, heart rate, blood pressure, 6-minute walk test, and A1C levels.

Conditions

Diabetes; Inactivity

Study Design

• Allocation Method: NON_RANDOMIZED
• Intervention Model: SINGLE_GROUP
• Primary Study Purpose: PREVENTION
• Blinding Strategy: NONE

Study Groups

introductory exercise regimen

sedentary adults will be introduced to an introductory fitness regimen using the NuStep

Group Type: EXPERIMENTAL

NuStep fitness apparatus

Intervention Type: DEVICE

The NuStep is a mode of exercise that has recently been used in clinical settings to determine appropriate intensity recommendations and energy expenditures. The NuStep exercise implement provides simultaneous upper and lower body movement while in a seated position. The machine stimulates all major muscle groups while putting minimal strain on joints. Ten resistance settings are offered and the device is fully adjustable to accommodate users of varying sizes (NuStep, 2009).

Interventions

NuStep fitness apparatus

The NuStep is a mode of exercise that has recently been used in clinical settings to determine appropriate intensity recommendations and energy expenditures. The NuStep exercise implement provides simultaneous upper and lower body movement while in a seated position. The machine stimulates all major muscle groups while putting minimal strain on joints. Ten resistance settings are offered and the device is fully adjustable to accommodate users of varying sizes (NuStep, 2009).

Intervention Type: DEVICE

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

• Sedentary adults diagnosed by a physician with Type 1 diabetes or Type 2 diabetes. Sedentary adults are defined as persons 19 years of age and older that are not meeting the minimal physical activity recommendations from the U.S. Surgeon General's report.

Exclusion Criteria

• Adults with:

• severe cardiovascular disease (high blood pressure, abnormal heart rhythm, peripheral artery disease, atherosclerosis, congestive heart failure, congenital heart disease, valvular heart disease and coronary artery disease)
• amputees
• severe foot ulcers
• severe neuropathy
• an amplified susceptibility to hypoglycemia
• those weighing 400 lbs. or more, or inability to adequately perform exercise

• Minimum Eligible Age: 19 Years
• Eligible Sex: ALL
• Accepts Healthy Volunteers: Yes

Sponsors

University of Nebraska

OTHER

Sponsor Role: lead

Responsible Party

The Nebraska Medical Center Diabetes Center

Principal Investigators

Kristina L Volkmer, MPH

Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

The Nebraska Medical Center

Locations

The Nebraska Medical Center Diabetes Center

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

Countries

United States

Central Contacts

Kristina L Volkmer, MPH

Role: CONTACT

kvolkmer@nebraskamed.com

402-552-3936

References

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Reference Type: BACKGROUND

Other Identifiers

328-09-FB

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id