Factors affecting participation in cardiac rehabilitation after heart surgery
Official title: Determinants, Outcomes, and Financial Incentives Associated with Cardiac Rehabilitation Enrollment After Cardiac Surgery
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-10851738 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking into why some people don’t join cardiac rehabilitation after heart surgery, even though it can really help them recover and feel better, and it aims to find ways to encourage more patients to take part in these important programs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2021 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $153,040 |
| NIH project number | 5K01HS027830-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10851738 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients who have recently undergone cardiac surgery and are considering or have been recommended to participate in cardiac rehabilitation.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not undergone cardiac surgery or those who are unable to participate in rehabilitation programs due to severe comorbidities may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates why many patients do not enroll in cardiac rehabilitation (CR) after undergoing cardiac surgery, despite its proven benefits for recovery and quality of life. The study aims to identify the various factors that influence CR enrollment, including patient characteristics, healthcare provider practices, and geographic disparities. By understanding these determinants, the research seeks to develop strategies to improve CR participation rates among cardiac surgery patients, ultimately enhancing their recovery outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased enrollment in cardiac rehabilitation programs, resulting in better recovery and improved long-term health for patients after heart surgery.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that improving access and addressing barriers to cardiac rehabilitation can significantly enhance patient enrollment and outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Thompson, Michael Patrick — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Thompson, Michael Patrick
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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.