Virtual vs Center-Based Cardiac Rehab for Cardiovascular Disease
(VWCR Trial)
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It is best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Virtual World-Based Cardiac Rehabilitation (VWCR) for cardiovascular disease?
Research shows that virtual cardiac rehabilitation, which includes using mobile apps and wearable activity monitors, can improve quality of life and increase physical activity. These virtual programs can also help more people stick with their rehabilitation, especially those who can't easily access center-based programs.12345
Is virtual cardiac rehabilitation safe for humans?
Research on virtual cardiac rehabilitation programs, which use technologies like mobile apps and web-based solutions, suggests they are generally safe for humans. These programs have been accepted by patients and have shown potential positive effects on clinical outcomes, similar to traditional center-based cardiac rehabilitation.34567
How does the Virtual World-Based Cardiac Rehabilitation treatment differ from other cardiac rehabilitation treatments?
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests a home-based virtual rehab program for heart patients. It aims to make it easier for them to follow their rehab by providing online education, health tracking, social support, and video calls with healthcare professionals. The goal is to see if this virtual program is as effective as traditional in-person rehab.
Research Team
LaPrincess C Brewer, MD, MPH
Principal Investigator
Mayo Clinic
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for adults over 18 who need cardiac rehab based on specific health conditions like recent heart attacks, surgeries, or stable heart issues. They must be able to use the internet and have an email address. It's not for high-risk patients with severe heart problems, those needing constant support, non-English speakers, or pregnant women.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants undergo a 12-week cardiac rehabilitation program, either virtually or in-person, including patient education, self-monitoring, social support, and weekly telehealth visits
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment, with assessments at 3 and 6 months post-randomization
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Center-Based Cardiac Rehabilitation (CBCR)
- Virtual World-Based Cardiac Rehabilitation (VWCR)
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Mayo Clinic
Lead Sponsor
Johns Hopkins University
Collaborator
University of California, Irvine
Collaborator
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Collaborator