Improving mobility for patients with peripheral artery disease after surgery
2/2 Improving Mobility After Revascularization in Peripheral Artery Disease: The IMPACT PAD Trial
This study is looking to help people with peripheral artery disease move better after their revascularization surgery, and it will involve a lot of participants to find the best ways to improve their mobility and quality of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wake Forest University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Winston-Salem, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10885665 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the ability of patients with peripheral artery disease to move better after they undergo revascularization surgery. The study will involve a large group of participants and will utilize a data coordinating center to manage and analyze the data collected throughout the trial. Patients will be monitored closely to ensure their safety and adherence to the treatment protocols, with the goal of improving their mobility and overall quality of life. The trial aims to implement effective strategies based on previous successful studies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with peripheral artery disease who are scheduled to undergo revascularization surgery.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have peripheral artery disease or are not undergoing revascularization surgery may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve mobility and quality of life for patients recovering from peripheral artery disease surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success in improving patient outcomes through similar approaches in managing recovery after surgical interventions.
Where this research is happening
Winston-Salem, United States
- Wake Forest University Health Sciences — Winston-Salem, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ambrosius, Walter T — Wake Forest University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Ambrosius, Walter T
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.