Home-based walking programs for veterans with Peripheral Artery Disease
Telehealth delivered home-based walking for vets with Peripheral Artery Disease (TREK-PAD)
This study is looking for ways to help veterans with Peripheral Artery Disease get more active by trying out two different home walking programs—one using a website and the other through video calls—to see which one helps them walk more regularly and improve their health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Birmingham VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11010767 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how to improve physical activity among veterans diagnosed with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) through home-based walking programs. It compares two methods of delivering these programs: one via a web-based platform and the other through video telehealth sessions. The study aims to determine which method is more effective in encouraging veterans to engage in regular walking, which is crucial for managing their condition. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups, including a usual care group, to assess the impact of these interventions on their health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans aged 21 and older who have been diagnosed with Peripheral Artery Disease.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have Peripheral Artery Disease or are unable to participate in walking activities may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mobility and reduced health risks for veterans with PAD.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that home-based exercise programs can be effective for patients with cardiovascular conditions, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Birmingham, United States
- Birmingham VA Medical Center — Birmingham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jackson, Elizabeth a. — Birmingham VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Jackson, Elizabeth a.
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.