How lifestyle choices affect heart and metabolic health in veterans after trauma
Impact of Lifestyle on Cardiovascular and Metabolic Risk Factors in Trauma Exposed Post-9/11 Veterans
This study is looking at how things like exercise and diet can help improve heart and metabolic health in veterans with PTSD, aiming to find ways to lower their risk of diabetes and heart disease.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Boston Health Care System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10977032 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of lifestyle factors, such as physical activity and diet, on cardiovascular and metabolic health in veterans who have experienced trauma, particularly those with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It aims to understand how these modifiable factors can influence the risk of developing conditions like type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. By utilizing accelerometers and activity monitors, the study will track participants' physical activity levels and dietary habits to identify effective nonpharmacological interventions. The ultimate goal is to develop strategies that can improve health outcomes and reduce disability among veterans.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are post-9/11 veterans who have been diagnosed with PTSD and are at risk for cardiometabolic diseases.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have PTSD or those who are not veterans may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved lifestyle interventions that significantly reduce the risk of cardiometabolic diseases in veterans.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in using lifestyle modifications to improve health outcomes in similar populations, indicating that this approach is both relevant and potentially effective.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- VA Boston Health Care System — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Whitworth, James W — VA Boston Health Care System
- Study coordinator: Whitworth, James W
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.