Using mobile technology to improve heart rehabilitation outcomes

Improving Cardiac Rehabilitation outcomes through mobile case management (iCARE)

NIH-funded research Mayo Clinic Rochester · NIH-10887515

This study is looking at how a mobile health app can help heart patients stick to their rehab programs after a heart event, making it easier for them to get better and enjoy life more.

Quick facts

Grant typeR01 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionMayo Clinic Rochester NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Rochester, United States)
Project IDNIH-10887515 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research investigates how a mobile health platform can enhance participation and adherence in cardiac rehabilitation programs for patients recovering from heart-related events. By utilizing remote case management, the study aims to address barriers that prevent patients from fully engaging in rehabilitation. Patients will be randomly assigned to either the mobile health intervention or traditional center-based rehabilitation to compare outcomes. The goal is to improve cardiovascular health and overall quality of life for participants.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals who have experienced a myocardial infarction, acute coronary syndrome, or other heart-related conditions.

Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced any cardiac events or those who are not eligible for cardiac rehabilitation may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better recovery outcomes and quality of life for patients with cardiovascular diseases.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that mobile health interventions can improve patient engagement and outcomes in various health conditions, suggesting potential success for this approach.

Where this research is happening

Rochester, 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.
Conditions Cardiovascular Diseases
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