Exercise program to improve health in lung transplant candidates
XFIT: An Exercise-based Frailty Intervention in Lung Transplant Candidates
This study is testing a special exercise program designed to help people waiting for a lung transplant feel stronger and healthier, so they can have better outcomes before and after their surgery.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10952296 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing an exercise-based intervention aimed at reducing frailty in patients awaiting lung transplants. It recognizes that many candidates experience frailty, which can lead to higher risks of complications and mortality. The program will involve tailored physical activity and lifestyle modifications to enhance physical strength and overall health. By addressing frailty through exercise, the research aims to improve patient outcomes before and after transplantation.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals on the lung transplant waiting list who are identified as frail.
Not a fit: Patients who are not awaiting lung transplantation or those who do not exhibit signs of frailty may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the health and survival rates of lung transplant candidates.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that exercise interventions can effectively reduce frailty in older adults, suggesting a promising approach for lung transplant candidates.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Singer, Jonathan Paul — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Singer, Jonathan Paul
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.