Creating a mobile health tool to help manage blood pressure during pregnancy
Development of a Mobile Health Intervention for Blood Pressure Management in Pregnancy
This study is testing a helpful mobile app called Moms@Home that supports pregnant women with high blood pressure by making it easier for them to monitor their blood pressure at home and get the guidance they need, all while using relatable stories and tips to encourage healthy habits for both moms and their babies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Worcester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11011346 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a mobile health intervention called Moms@Home to assist pregnant women in managing hypertension. It aims to address barriers such as the need for frequent in-person visits and inadequate counseling by promoting home blood pressure monitoring (HBPM). The intervention will utilize culturally relevant storytelling and behavioral strategies to encourage behavior change and improve health outcomes for mothers and infants. By leveraging mobile technology, the project seeks to enhance the accessibility and effectiveness of hypertension management for pregnant women.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant women with hypertension, particularly those from racial and ethnic minority groups.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or do not have hypertension may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved blood pressure control in pregnant women, reducing risks of complications for both mothers and infants.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that mobile health interventions can effectively improve health outcomes in various populations, suggesting a promising potential for this approach in managing hypertension during pregnancy.
Where this research is happening
Worcester, United States
- Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester — Worcester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kovell, Lara — Univ of Massachusetts Med Sch Worcester
- Study coordinator: Kovell, Lara
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.