Improving home exercise therapy for patients with peripheral arterial disease using mobile health technology
Official title: Enhanced Home-Based Exercise Therapy for Peripheral Arterial Disease through Mobile Health and Remote Monitoring
Funded at Veterans Health Administration · NIH-10909986 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to make it easier for people with peripheral arterial disease, especially veterans, to do their exercise therapy at home using smartphone tools, so they can improve their mobility and quality of life without the hassle of traveling to a clinic.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Veterans Health Administration NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Decatur, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | October 1, 2021 |
| Project end | September 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5IK2RX003546-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10909986 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults, particularly veterans, who have been diagnosed with peripheral arterial disease and face challenges in accessing traditional exercise rehabilitation programs.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have peripheral arterial disease or those who are unable to engage in any form of exercise may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing home-based exercise therapy for individuals suffering from peripheral arterial disease (PAD) through the use of mobile health technology and remote monitoring. It aims to provide a convenient alternative to traditional supervised exercise programs, which can be difficult for patients, especially veterans, to access due to travel and financial constraints. By utilizing smartphone-enabled tools, the program will help patients engage in effective exercise routines from the comfort of their homes, potentially improving their mobility and quality of life. The study will monitor patient progress remotely to ensure adherence and effectiveness of the therapy.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the mobility and quality of life for patients with peripheral arterial disease by providing accessible exercise therapy.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success with remote exercise therapy programs for other cardiovascular conditions, indicating potential for similar positive outcomes in this study.
Where this research is happening
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Veterans Health Administration
Decatur, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Harzand, Arash — Veterans Health Administration
- Study coordinator: Harzand, Arash
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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.