Improving Movement After Hospital Stay with Games and Coaching
A Randomized Trial of Gamification and Coaching to Improve Mobility after Hospitalization
This project helps older and middle-aged adults with chronic conditions move more after leaving the hospital using fun games and personalized coaching.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11127498 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Many adults experience difficulty moving after a hospital stay, which can lead to a loss of independence and increased healthcare needs. This project aims to help people regain their physical activity levels using a new approach that combines engaging games with support from a virtual health coach. The goal is to encourage more movement and reduce the risk of long-term disability. We hope this will help patients maintain their independence and improve their overall health after discharge.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are older and middle-aged adults (age 21+) who have recently been hospitalized for conditions like hypertension, diabetes, or mild-to-moderate heart failure and are at risk for mobility issues.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have mobility challenges after hospitalization or those without the specified chronic conditions may not directly benefit from this particular intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could help patients maintain their independence, reduce disability, and improve their overall health after leaving the hospital.
How similar studies have performed: A previous pilot project successfully used gamification and social support to increase physical activity in adults after hospitalization.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- University of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Greysen, Scott Ryan — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Greysen, Scott Ryan
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.