Developing assessments to measure physical function in chronic conditions
Northwestern University Clinical Outcome Assessment Team (NUCOAT)
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO · NIH-10678643
This study is working on new tools to help understand how well people with chronic conditions can move and function in their daily lives, making sure these tools are useful for both patients and healthcare providers.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHICAGO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10678643 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating and validating clinical outcome assessments (COAs) that measure physical function in patients with various chronic conditions. It aims to develop tools that capture both patient-reported outcomes and performance outcomes, using existing health measures and validated against physical activity monitoring. By collaborating with stakeholders and regulatory bodies, the project seeks to ensure these assessments are suitable for regulatory purposes and can be widely applied across different conditions affecting physical function.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with chronic conditions that affect physical function, particularly those experiencing varying degrees of impairment.
Not a fit: Patients with acute conditions or those not experiencing any physical function impairment may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide standardized tools for evaluating physical function, leading to better treatment strategies and improved patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has successfully developed similar outcome assessments, indicating a promising approach to measuring physical function in chronic conditions.
Where this research is happening
CHICAGO, UNITED STATES
- NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO — CHICAGO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: CELLA, DAVID — NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO
- Study coordinator: CELLA, DAVID
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.