Telehealth-enhanced hybrid cardiac rehabilitation versus clinic-based rehab after an acute coronary syndrome

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This randomized controlled trial compares a TeleheartCR hybrid program (up to 36 sessions delivered via a mix of clinic-based and home/telehealth sessions, typically over about 12 weeks) with traditional clinic-based cardiac rehabilitation in patients who experienced an acute coronary syndrome. The study's primary implementation outcome is program adherence, and the primary effectiveness outcome is non-inferior pre-to-post change in functional capacity; secondary outcomes include quality of life and cardiorespiratory fitness. Participants are adults (≥18) within 12 months of ACS, able to read English or Spanish, and residing in New York State; some clinic visits at Columbia University Irving Medical Center are required. The protocol allows scheduling flexibility with up to 6 months post-enrollment to complete the program to accommodate clinical and personal needs.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age 18 years or older
* Diagnosis of acute coronary syndrome within the past 12 months
* Eligible for outpatient cardiac rehabilitation
* Able to read and speak English or Spanish
* Resides in New York State

Exclusion Criteria:

* Severe medical or psychiatric comorbidities that would prevent safe or adequate participation
* High risk for adverse exercise-related cardiovascular events
* Initiation of cardiac rehabilitation prior to enrollment (i.e., \>1 session completed)
* Conditions that would interfere with safe or consistent participation in study procedures
* Home environment or willingness not compatible with safe or adequate participation
* Not expected to be available for follow-up during the study period
* Current participation in another interventional clinical trial that may affect study outcomes

Where it's running

• Columbia University Irving Medical Center
  New York, New York, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Andrea T. Duran, PhD — Columbia University
• Study coordinator: Andrea T Duran, PhD
• Email: atd2127@cumc.columbia.edu
• Phone: 212-342-4491

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.