Understanding physical activity patterns in patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension.
Physical Activity in Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (ACTiPH)
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA · NIH-11194972
This study looks at how staying active impacts people with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) by using special devices to track their daily movements, with the goal of creating personalized exercise plans that can help improve their health and well-being.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11194972 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how physical activity affects individuals with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) by using advanced monitoring techniques to capture their daily activity patterns. Instead of relying on traditional exercise tests, the study employs accelerometers to gather detailed data on the intensity, frequency, and duration of physical activity in real-life settings. By analyzing these patterns, the research aims to develop personalized physical activity interventions that could enhance patients' quality of life and overall health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have been diagnosed with pulmonary arterial hypertension.
Not a fit: Patients who are not diagnosed with pulmonary arterial hypertension or those who are unable to participate in physical activity may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to tailored physical activity programs that significantly improve the quality of life and health outcomes for patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been few studies on physical activity in PAH patients, preliminary findings using traditional accelerometry suggest that this approach may yield valuable insights into patient activity patterns.
Where this research is happening
PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA — PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: KAWUT, STEVEN M — UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
- Study coordinator: KAWUT, STEVEN M
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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