Understanding how behavior affects home-based exercise programs for COPD patients
The Impact of Underlying Behavioral Mechanisms on a Home-Based Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program
This study is looking at how different behaviors can help make a home-based exercise program more effective for people with COPD, so they can stay active and improve their health with support from health coaches and regular check-ins.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mayo Clinic Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11192956 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how underlying behavioral mechanisms influence the effectiveness of a home-based pulmonary rehabilitation program for patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). The program includes weekly health coaching calls and remote monitoring to encourage physical activity. By examining factors that affect adherence and long-term success in these programs, the research aims to improve health outcomes for COPD patients. Participants will be monitored using objective measures to assess their physical activity levels over time.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have been diagnosed with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.
Not a fit: Patients with mild respiratory issues or those not diagnosed with COPD may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective home-based rehabilitation programs that significantly improve the quality of life for COPD patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results with similar home-based rehabilitation approaches, indicating potential for success in this novel investigation.
Where this research is happening
Rochester, United States
- Mayo Clinic Rochester — Rochester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fortune, Emma — Mayo Clinic Rochester
- Study coordinator: Fortune, Emma
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.