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A Novel Digital Platform for a Monitored Home-based Cardiac Rehabilitation Program
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A multiple technology-based and individually-tailored Sit Less program for people with cardiovascular disease: A
Chorong Park1, Britta Larsen2, Mulubrhan Mogos1
1School of Nursing, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee, United States of America.
Plos One
|May 9, 2024
Summary
This study introduces a 12-week "Sit Less" program using technology to reduce sedentary behavior in cardiovascular disease patients. The intervention showed promise for improving health and reducing risks in this high-risk group.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Behavioral Science
- Digital Health
Background:
- Sedentary behavior is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD).
- CVD patients exhibit high rates of sedentary behavior.
- Existing interventions for sedentary behavior in CVD patients are limited.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the protocol for a randomized controlled trial (RCT) of a novel multi-technology intervention to reduce sedentary behavior in CVD patients.
- To assess the feasibility and acceptability of the intervention.
- To evaluate the primary efficacy of the intervention in reducing sedentary behavior.
Main Methods:
- A parallel, two-group pilot RCT involving 70 CVD patients.
- Intervention group: 12-week "Sit Less" program with goal-setting, Fitbit, smart water bottle, and text messages.
- Control group: Received American Heart Association "Answers by Heart" fact sheets.
Main Results:
- The study will assess the feasibility and acceptability of the "Sit Less" program.
- Primary efficacy will be measured by changes in sedentary behavior using the activPAL activity tracker.
- Secondary outcomes include physical activity, cardiometabolic biomarkers, and patient-centered outcomes.
Conclusions:
- The "Sit Less" program utilizes mobile and wearable technology to target sedentary behavior in high-risk CVD patients.
- Findings are expected to inform the dissemination of effective interventions for this population.
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