Using technology to help patients recover at home after a pulmonary embolism
Electronically Delivered Home Rehabilitation to Improve Symptoms and Activity After Pulmonary Embolism
This study is looking at how a special online rehab program can help people recover at home after being in the hospital for a blood clot in the lungs, using wearable devices to track their heart rate and activity so they can get personalized exercise plans to feel better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10784489 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how an electronically delivered rehabilitation program can aid recovery for patients who have recently been hospitalized due to acute pulmonary embolism. By utilizing wearable technology to monitor heart rate and activity levels, the program aims to provide personalized rehabilitation strategies that can be conducted at home. Patients will receive guidance on exercise and rehabilitation tailored to their specific needs, helping to alleviate symptoms like breathlessness. The study will also focus on collecting and analyzing data to improve future rehabilitation approaches.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have recently been hospitalized for acute pulmonary embolism and are experiencing symptoms like breathlessness.
Not a fit: Patients who have not been hospitalized for acute pulmonary embolism or those with severe comorbidities that prevent participation in rehabilitation may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance recovery and quality of life for patients after a pulmonary embolism.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using technology for rehabilitation in similar patient populations, indicating a potential for success with this approach.
Where this research is happening
Rochester, United States
- University of Rochester — Rochester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lachant, Daniel — University of Rochester
- Study coordinator: Lachant, Daniel
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.