Improving health in hospitalized patients with cardiovascular disease through increased movement
Managing Frailty Through Mobilization in Males and Female Inpatients With Cardiovascular Disease
This study tests if a daily movement program led by a Kinesiologist can help hospitalized patients with heart disease feel better and stay healthier by encouraging them to be more active.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Université de Sherbrooke Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Moncton, New Brunswick) |
| Trial ID | NCT06810661 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to address frailty in hospitalized patients with cardiovascular disease by implementing a mobilization program. The program involves daily check-ins by a Kinesiologist who will encourage patients to engage in physical activities such as standing and using resistance bands. The study focuses on both male and female patients, with particular attention to the higher frailty levels observed in females. By promoting movement during hospital stays, the project seeks to reduce the overall health decline associated with prolonged inactivity.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include hospitalized individuals with cardiovascular disease who are expected to stay for at least three days and can communicate in French or English.
Not a fit: Patients enrolled in other clinical trials or those unable to provide consent may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could enhance recovery and reduce hospital stays for patients with cardiovascular disease.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach may be novel, similar studies have shown that mobilization can improve outcomes in hospitalized patients.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients who are admitted to unit 4C at the Vitalité Health Network * Patients who have a cardiovascular disease (e.g., heart failure) * Those who are projected to be in-hospital for at least 3-days * Patients who are not in a shared room with another study participant * Patients who are able to independently provide consent or have a caregiver provide consent * Can communication in French or English Exclusion Criteria: -Patients enrolled in other clinical trials or interventions that might confound the results of the study.
Where this trial is running
Moncton, New Brunswick
- Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont University Hospital CentreDr. Georges-L.-Dumont University Hospital Centre — Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Myles W O'Brien, PhD
- Email: Myles.OBrien@USherbrooke.ca
- Phone: (506) 863-2250
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.