Understanding how physical activity affects adults with Crohn's disease
Official title: Application of social cognitive theory to physical activity behavior among adults with Crohn's disease
Funded at University of Alabama at Birmingham · NIH-10948086 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how being active affects adults with Crohn's disease and what helps or hinders them from exercising, so we can find better ways to support their health and well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project start | December 4, 2023 |
| Project end | December 3, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $41,571 |
| NIH project number | 5F31DK137416-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10948086 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have been diagnosed with Crohn's disease.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not diagnosed with Crohn's disease or who are under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the role of physical activity in the lives of adults with Crohn's disease, a chronic condition that affects many individuals. It aims to identify the factors that influence participation in physical activity and how this activity impacts health outcomes, such as inflammation and overall disease management. By comparing activity levels between adults with Crohn's disease and healthy individuals, the study seeks to understand the psychosocial and clinical factors that affect exercise behavior. The findings could lead to tailored interventions that encourage physical activity among patients with Crohn's disease.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could help improve the health and quality of life for patients with Crohn's disease through enhanced physical activity recommendations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that physical activity can have positive effects on chronic disease management, suggesting that this approach may yield beneficial insights for Crohn's disease.
Where this research is happening
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Neal, Whitney Nichelle — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Neal, Whitney Nichelle
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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.