Open Studies
- COPD, Heat Wave, Aging, and Cardiovascular Function
- Cooling Modalities, Heat Wave, Aging, Cardiovascular Function
COPD, Heat Wave, Aging, and Cardiovascular Function
(IRB STU# 2019-1759)
Purpose
The purpose of this study is to assess the cardiovascular responses of older individuals with COPD during exposure to heat wave conditions.
Eligibility
- >60 years of age
- Currently diagnosed with COPD
- No chronic medical conditions (other than COPD) requiring regular medical therapy such as cancer or diabetes
- Not currently taking medications involving centrally acting calcium channel blockers or beta-blockers
- BMI <35 BMI Calculator
Study timeline
Participation requires up to four study visits lasting up to ~21 hours in total. Qualified participants will be compensated.
Contact Information
If you would like more information, please contact ieemthermoregulationTHD@TexasHealth.org at 214-345-5022.
Cooling Modalities, Heat Wave, Aging, Cardiovascular Function
(IRB STU# 2022-0625)
Purpose
The purpose of this study is to examine the effect of cooling modalities on the physiological response of older individuals during controlled heat stress.
Eligibility
- No known heart disease
- Free from chronic medical conditions requiring regular medical therapy including cancer or diabetes
- Controlled systolic BP <140 mmHg and diastolic BP <90 mmHg
- Controlled total cholesterol of <200 mg/dl
- Non-smoker or has not smoked regularly in the past 3 years
- Not taking tricyclic antidepressants, loop diuretics, centrally acting calcium channel blockers, or beta-blockers
- Body mass index ≥31 (BMI Calculator)
Study timeline
Participation requires up to five study visits lasting up to ~30 hours in total. Qualified participants will be compensated.
Contact Information
If you would like more information, please contact ieemthermoregulationTHD@TexasHealth.org at 214-345-5022.