Improving rehabilitation care for joint replacement patients to reduce disparities
Official title: Development and Implementation of Optimal Rehabilitation Care Pathways to Reduce Disparities in Rehabilitation Outcomes after Joint Replacement
Funded at University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh · NIH-10935964 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making recovery after joint replacement surgery better for everyone, especially for those who might face extra challenges because of their race or income, and it involves working closely with patients and doctors to find and fix any obstacles to getting good care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project start | September 25, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $137,436 |
| NIH project number | 5K23MD018640-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10935964 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include patients who have recently undergone joint replacement surgery and may face disparities in rehabilitation outcomes due to factors like race or economic status.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not undergone joint replacement surgery or do not experience disparities in rehabilitation outcomes may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing rehabilitation care pathways for patients who have undergone joint replacement surgery, particularly addressing disparities in outcomes based on race and income. The project involves collaboration with both healthcare providers and patients to identify barriers to effective rehabilitation and develop strategies to overcome these challenges. By utilizing implementation science methods, the research aims to create evidence-based practices that can be adopted in clinical settings to improve patient care. The study will unfold in three phases over four years, ensuring a comprehensive approach to understanding and addressing these disparities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved rehabilitation outcomes for patients from diverse backgrounds, ensuring equitable access to quality care.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in implementing strategies to reduce health disparities in various healthcare settings, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this area as well.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bove, Allyn M — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Bove, Allyn M
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.