Monitoring breathing in patients with COPD using wearable technology
Bilateral Acoustic Sensing and Automated Breathing Segmentation for Remote Monitoring of Patients with COPD: A Longitudinal Study
This study is testing a new mobile health system that uses a wearable sensor to keep track of how you breathe if you have COPD, helping you stay on top of your health and catch any problems early, all while making it easier for you to manage your condition at home.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Lasarrus Clinic and Research Center, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10917640 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a mobile health system that uses a wearable sensor to monitor the breathing patterns of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). By employing bilateral acoustic sensing and automated breathing segmentation, the project aims to enhance patient adherence to remote monitoring and improve early detection of symptoms. This innovative approach seeks to reduce hospital readmissions by allowing for timely interventions based on real-time data collected from patients in their everyday environments. The study is conducted in partnership with the Johns Hopkins Clinical Research Network to ensure access to underserved populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who are seeking better management of their condition.
Not a fit: Patients with stable COPD who do not require remote monitoring or those with other respiratory conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the management of COPD, leading to fewer hospital readmissions and better overall health outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using wearable technology for health monitoring, indicating that this approach could be effective for COPD management.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Lasarrus Clinic and Research Center, INC. — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Emokpae, Lloyd — Lasarrus Clinic and Research Center, INC.
- Study coordinator: Emokpae, Lloyd
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.