Using Tai Chi and wearable technology to help heart attack survivors be more active
Tai Chi Exercise and Wearable Feedback Technology to Promote Physical Activity in ACS Survivors
This study is exploring how Tai Chi, along with helpful wearable devices, can motivate people who have survived a heart condition to be more active and improve their overall health and happiness.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10696084 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how Tai Chi, combined with wearable feedback technology, can encourage physical activity among survivors of acute coronary syndrome (ACS). The program aims to address the high rates of inactivity in this population by integrating low to moderate-intensity exercise with meditative practices that enhance motivation and emotional well-being. Participants will engage in Tai Chi classes, which not only promote physical fitness but also foster social support, while wearable devices will provide personalized feedback and goal-setting to further encourage activity. The study seeks to improve cardiovascular health and overall quality of life for ACS survivors.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have recently experienced an acute coronary syndrome and are looking to improve their physical activity levels.
Not a fit: Patients who are not survivors of acute coronary syndrome or those who are already highly active may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance physical activity levels and cardiovascular health in survivors of acute coronary syndrome.
How similar studies have performed: Preliminary evidence suggests that similar approaches using Tai Chi and wearable technology have shown promise in improving physical activity and cardiovascular health.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Yeh, Gloria Y — Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Yeh, Gloria Y
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.