Understanding fatigue in veterans after COVID-19 infection

Fatigue and Fatigability in Veterans Following SARS-CoV-2 Infection

NIH-funded research U.s. Dept/vets Affairs Medical Center · NIH-10873177

This study is looking at how veterans feel tired and worn out after having COVID-19, and it’s exploring whether doing exercise at home can help them feel better both physically and mentally.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionU.s. Dept/vets Affairs Medical Center NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Washington, United States)
Project IDNIH-10873177 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research investigates how veterans experience fatigue and fatigability following SARS-CoV-2 infection. It focuses on the physical and psychological factors that contribute to increased tiredness and reduced performance during activities. The study aims to explore the effects of home-based exercise programs as a potential rehabilitation strategy for veterans suffering from post-COVID-19 fatigue. By examining both the physical changes in muscle function and the psychological impacts such as anxiety and depression, the research seeks to provide insights into effective recovery methods.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans who have experienced COVID-19 and are currently dealing with persistent fatigue.

Not a fit: Patients who have not been infected with SARS-CoV-2 or do not experience fatigue post-infection may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved rehabilitation strategies for veterans suffering from fatigue after COVID-19, enhancing their quality of life.

How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research into post-COVID conditions, this specific focus on veterans and home-based exercise programs is relatively novel.

Where this research is happening

Washington, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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