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Ambulatory oxygen for individuals with interstitial lung disease

Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis | Exercise | Oxygen Therapy

The purpose of this study is to investigate the use of portable oxygen during exercise in individuals with fibrotic interstitial lung disease who become hypoxemic (low oxygen in the blood) during exertion. Individuals will be allocated into a control group (no oxygen provided), or an intervention group (portable oxygen concentrator to be used during exercise) for 8 weeks. Measurements of exercise tolerance, blood vessel function, inflammation, and heart function will be taken at baseline, at the end of the intervention, and 2 weeks after the intervention.

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Participation Requirements

  • Sex:

    Any

  • Eligible Ages:

    18 to 85

Participation Criteria

Inclusion Criteria:
Individuals with fibrotic interstitial lung disease who have normal blood oxygen at rest (SPO2 >90%), but who have low blood oxygen levels during exertion (SPO2 = 80-89%).
Exclusion Criteria:
Having any condition that currently required oxygen therapy, such as COPD, cardiovascular disease, or other illness.

Individuals who have used home oxygen therapy in the previous 1 year.

Study Location

University of Alberta
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
Canada

Contact Study Team

Primary Contact

Matt Rieger

[email protected]
7802374745
Study Sponsored By
University of Alberta
Participants Required
More Information
Study ID: Pro00128503