Mobile health cardiac rehabilitation for patients with ischemia and no obstructive coronary disease

mHealth-CArdiac REhabilitation for INOCA (INOCA-CARE)

Not applicable Interventional NYU Langone Health · NCT06829160

This study is testing if a mobile health program that includes activity tracking and counseling can help people with ischemia but no blocked arteries feel better and improve their health.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment250 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorNYU Langone Health Academic / other
Locations1 site (New York, New York)
Trial IDNCT06829160 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This multi-site pragmatic randomized trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a mobile health cardiac rehabilitation (mHealth-CR) program for patients diagnosed with ischemia and no obstructive coronary artery disease (INOCA). A total of 250 participants will be randomized to receive either mHealth-CR, which includes activity tracking, weekly counseling, and exercise documentation, or usual care over a 3-month period. The study will assess improvements in health status, physical activity, exercise capacity, and depressive symptoms among participants. The goal is to determine if mHealth-CR can enhance quality of life and overall health outcomes for this patient population.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and over diagnosed with ischemia and non-obstructive coronary arteries.

Not a fit: Patients who are non-ambulatory, have severe cognitive impairment, or are unable to use mobile health technology may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve the health status and quality of life for patients with INOCA.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using mobile health interventions for cardiac rehabilitation, suggesting potential success for this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Age 18 and over
* Diagnosis of Ischemia with Non-Obstructive Coronary Arteries (INOCA) based on evidence of ischemia and/or ischemic symptoms, plus non-obstructive Coronary artery disease (CAD) on computed tomography (CT) or invasive angiography

Exclusion Criteria:

* Seattle Angina Questionnaire (SAQ) = 100
* Non-ambulatory
* Pregnant
* Moderate or severe cognitive impairment
* Unable/willing to provide consent
* Incarcerated
* Unable to use mHealth
* Severe osteoarthritis or joint replacement within 3 months
* Parkinsons disease or other movement disorders
* Regular use of walker
* Life expectancy \< 12 months
* Clinical judgement concerning other safety or non-adherence issues
* Unable to read and communicate in English since the app content is currently only available in English.

Where this trial is running

New York, New York

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions IschemiaINOCAANOCAno obstructive coronary artery disease
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.