Improving adherence to cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation through home-based programs and behavioral nudges

Enhancing cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation adherence through home-based rehabilitation and behavioral nudges: ERA Nudge

NIH-funded research Denver Health and Hospital Authority · NIH-10453703

This study is looking to help more people, especially those from lower-income backgrounds, join and stick with heart and lung rehab programs by using tools like a mobile app for support and options to do rehab at home, all while gathering feedback to make the experience better for everyone involved.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionDenver Health and Hospital Authority NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Denver, United States)
Project IDNIH-10453703 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research aims to enhance participation and completion rates in cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs, particularly among individuals from low socioeconomic backgrounds. It employs a multi-faceted approach that includes using electronic health records to boost referrals, offering options for home-based rehabilitation, and implementing behavioral nudges through a mobile application called Movn. Patients will receive personalized messaging to encourage adherence to their rehabilitation plans, and feedback will be gathered from patients and healthcare providers to refine these interventions. The study will take place at Denver Health Medical Center, focusing on diverse patient populations.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with cardiac or pulmonary conditions, particularly those from low socioeconomic backgrounds who may benefit from enhanced rehabilitation support.

Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing cardiac or pulmonary rehabilitation or those who do not have access to mobile technology may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and quality of life for patients undergoing cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that behavioral nudges and home-based rehabilitation can improve adherence in similar patient populations, indicating a promising approach.

Where this research is happening

Denver, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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