Home-Based Physical Activity Measures for Cardiovascular Disease
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The specific aim of this study is to collect preliminary data on the feasibility and validity of home-based data collection methods to measure four constructs:* Physical Activity: Real-time assessment using Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA) and pedometers* Cardiorespiratory Fitness: Step test* Anthropometry: Waist and hip circumference measurements* Environmental Variables: Examples include density of neighborhood physical activity facilities (including gyms, parks, walking trails), crime, land use mix, and transportation variables, collected by participants using EMA.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
Is home-based physical activity safe for elderly adults with chronic illnesses?
How is the home-based physical activity treatment for cardiovascular disease different from other treatments?
This treatment is unique because it focuses on home-based physical activity, which can be more accessible and convenient for patients compared to traditional clinical settings. It emphasizes self-reported and objective measures of physical activity, potentially offering a personalized approach to managing cardiovascular disease.678910
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Environmental Assessments, Physical Activity Recall for cardiovascular disease?
Research shows that using wearable devices to monitor physical activity can help increase daily walking and improve physical health in people with cardiovascular disease. Additionally, home-based programs that encourage physical activity have been found to enhance cardiovascular fitness and quality of life for patients with heart conditions.1112131415
Who Is on the Research Team?
Karen M. Basen-Engquist
Principal Investigator
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for English-speaking adults under 45 (men) or under 55 (women), with low risk for cardiovascular disease, meaning they have less than two risk factors and no history of cancer. Pregnant women and children under 18 cannot participate.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Baseline Assessment
Participants complete initial assessments including height, weight, and a treadmill test at the research center
Home-Based Data Collection
Participants use handheld devices to record physical activity and environmental assessments, wear pedometers and actigraphs, and perform home fitness tests
Follow-up Assessment
Participants return to the research center for final assessments including a stool-stepping test and waist/hip measurements
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Environmental Assessments
- Physical Activity Recall
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Lead Sponsor
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Collaborator