Improving Lung Health for Rural Patients with COPD
Official title: Pulmonary Rehabilitation for Rural Patients with COPD
Funded at Mayo Clinic Arizona · NIH-11227405 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This project offers home-based pulmonary rehabilitation and health coaching to help people in rural areas manage their chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mayo Clinic Arizona NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Scottsdale, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $784,990 |
| NIH project number | 7R01NR021634-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11227405 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates are individuals living in rural areas who have been diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have COPD or who reside in urban areas may not be suitable for this specific program.
What this research studies
Many people in rural areas with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) face challenges getting the care they need, including pulmonary rehabilitation. This project aims to bring this important treatment directly to patients' homes, making it easier to access. Participants will receive personalized support through health coaching, along with guidance on physical activity and exercise. The goal is to see if this home-based approach helps improve health and quality of life for rural COPD patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could provide a vital treatment option for rural patients with COPD, potentially improving their breathing, overall health, and quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Prior NIH-funded research and existing literature support the scientific basis for home-based rehabilitation, indicating a strong foundation for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Mayo Clinic Arizona
Scottsdale, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Benzo, Roberto Pablo — Mayo Clinic Arizona
- Study coordinator: Benzo, Roberto Pablo
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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.