Improving physical activity for older adults living with HIV
Official title: Optimization of a behavioral intervention to increase physical activity in older adults living with HIV
Funded at Butler Hospital (Providence, Ri) · NIH-10911166 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping older adults with HIV get more active in their daily lives, especially through walking, by creating a friendly program that fits their needs and makes it easier for them to stay healthy and feel better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Butler Hospital (Providence, Ri) NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2022 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $677,007 |
| NIH project number | 5R01AG077989-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10911166 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 65 and above who are living with HIV.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not living with HIV or those who are younger than 65 years old may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a practical intervention to help older adults living with HIV increase their physical activity levels. It recognizes that many older individuals with HIV face barriers to traditional exercise programs and aims to integrate physical activity into their daily lives, particularly through walking. By using a structured approach called the Multiphase Optimization Strategy (MOST), the research will identify and refine effective components of the intervention to ensure it meets the needs of this population. The ultimate goal is to enhance the health and well-being of older adults living with HIV by promoting a more active lifestyle.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved physical and mental health outcomes for older adults living with HIV.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that lifestyle interventions can be effective in increasing physical activity among older adults, suggesting a promising approach for this population.
Where this research is happening
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Butler Hospital (Providence, Ri)
Providence, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Uebelacker, Lisa a — Butler Hospital (Providence, Ri)
- Study coordinator: Uebelacker, Lisa a
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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.