Helping veterans with lower-limb amputation maintain walking exercise through telehealth
Walking Exercise Sustainability Through Telehealth for Veterans with Lower-LimbAmputation
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · VA EASTERN COLORADO HEALTH CARE SYSTEM · NIH-10988228
This study is looking to help veterans with lower-limb amputations stay active by comparing two different programs: one that uses telehealth to support walking exercises and another that provides general information. The goal is to see which program helps veterans stick to their exercise routines better, making it easier for them to improve their health and enjoy life more.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | VA EASTERN COLORADO HEALTH CARE SYSTEM (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10988228 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the physical health and well-being of veterans with lower-limb amputation by promoting sustained walking exercise through a telehealth program. The study will compare a telerehabilitation walking exercise self-management program to an attention-control education group to see which approach better supports long-term exercise participation. By utilizing technology to provide support in a home environment, the research aims to empower veterans to manage their exercise routines effectively. The program is designed to address the barriers that prevent veterans from engaging in regular physical activity, ultimately aiming to enhance their functional independence and quality of life.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans who have experienced lower-limb amputation and are seeking to improve their physical activity levels.
Not a fit: Patients who are not veterans or those who do not have lower-limb amputations may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the physical health and quality of life for veterans with lower-limb amputation by promoting sustained exercise habits.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using telehealth interventions to promote physical activity among various patient populations, suggesting that this approach may be effective for veterans as well.
Where this research is happening
Aurora, UNITED STATES
- VA EASTERN COLORADO HEALTH CARE SYSTEM — Aurora, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: CHRISTIANSEN, CORY L — VA EASTERN COLORADO HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
- Study coordinator: CHRISTIANSEN, CORY L
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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