Helping adults with heart failure stick to exercise routines
Official title: HEART Camp Connect: Promoting Adherence to Exercise in Adults with Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
Funded at University of Nebraska Medical Center · NIH-11063254 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking for ways to help adults with heart failure stick to a regular exercise routine, testing two different methods to see which one works best for keeping them active and healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Nebraska Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Omaha, United States) |
| Project start | April 15, 2023 |
| Project end | March 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $672,027 |
| NIH project number | 5R01HL163288-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11063254 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults diagnosed with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction who are willing to engage in an exercise program.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have heart failure or those who are unable to participate in exercise due to other medical conditions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving exercise adherence in adults with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). It aims to test two different interventions designed to encourage patients to start and maintain a regular exercise routine, which is crucial for their health. The study will involve a randomized controlled trial to assess the effectiveness of these interventions over time. Participants will be monitored for changes in their exercise habits and overall health outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health and quality of life for patients with heart failure by helping them adhere to beneficial exercise programs.
How similar studies have gone: Previous interventions aimed at improving exercise adherence in heart failure patients have shown promising results, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Alonso, Windy Williams — University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Alonso, Windy Williams
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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.