Using video telehealth for pulmonary rehabilitation in COPD patients
2/2 Video Telehealth Pulmonary Rehabilitation to Reduce Hospital Readmission in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (Tele-COPD)
This study is looking at how video calls can help people with COPD get the support they need for their lung health from home, making it easier for them to stick with their rehab program and stay out of the hospital.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10908454 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the use of video telehealth to provide pulmonary rehabilitation for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The approach aims to reduce hospital readmissions by making rehabilitation more accessible, especially for those in underserved urban and rural areas. By leveraging technology, the program seeks to improve patient adherence and completion rates of rehabilitation programs, which are crucial for enhancing quality of life and reducing exacerbations. Patients will receive support and monitoring through virtual sessions, helping them manage their condition more effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who may benefit from pulmonary rehabilitation.
Not a fit: Patients with stable COPD who are already receiving adequate rehabilitation or those with severe comorbidities may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly lower hospital readmission rates for COPD patients and improve their overall quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that telehealth approaches can be effective in managing chronic diseases, indicating potential success for this novel application in pulmonary rehabilitation.
Where this research is happening
Birmingham, United States
- University of Alabama at Birmingham — Birmingham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Aban, Inmaculada — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Aban, Inmaculada
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.