Is NCT07238556 recruiting in Storrs, CT?

Yes, NCT07238556 is currently recruiting participants at its Storrs, CT location. This hypertension clinical trial is actively enrolling qualified participants.

How do I join the hypertension clinical trial in Storrs?

To join this clinical trial in Storrs, complete the eligibility form on this page. A study coordinator will contact you to discuss next steps and determine if you qualify.

Is participation in this Storrs clinical trial free?

Yes, all study-related care is provided at no cost to qualified participants. Many studies also offer compensation for time and travel expenses.

Hypertension Clinical Trial in Storrs, CT

About This Hypertension Study in Storrs

The investigators will conduct a feasibility and pilot efficacy randomized controlled trial to test the usability and user satisfaction of an evidence-based digital health tool the investigators developed for physicians to use to Prioritize Personalize Prescribe EXercise (P3-EX) to patients with cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors. The investigators will recruit 24 physicians from two local hospitals in CT, USA. Physicians will recruit two patients each (N=48) having CVD risk factors. Physicians will deliver a P3-EX exercise prescription (ExRx) to one of their patients (n=24) and the American College of Sports Medicine Physical Activity Vital Sign (ACSM-PAVS) ExRx to the other (n=24) in a random sequence crossover design. Physicians and patients will rate the feasibility and acceptability of each method using validated questionnaires. Patients will perform their prescribed ExRx for 12 weeks and complete a self-report exercise diary to monitor exercise adherence with virtual oversight from University of Connecticut (UConn) Graduate Research Assistants. Before and after the exercise intervention, the investigators will measure patient CVD risk factors and physical activity (PA) levels via accelerometry. The primary aim is to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of P3-EX for physicians to use to prescribe exercise to patients with CVD risk factors, and the secondary aim is to explore the preliminary efficacy of P3-EX to improve patient CVD risk factors, PA levels, and exercise adherence. The investigators hypothesize P3-EX will be feasible for physicians to use to prescribe customized exercise routines for patients with CVD risk factors, and physicians and patients will be satisfied with P3-EX.

Sponsor: University of Connecticut

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Practicing medical doctors employed at the study recruitment sites

Do not recommend written exercise programs or plans to their patients, nor refer them to exercise clinics or exercise professionals

Are willing to recruit two of their patients to deliver Prioritize Personalize Prescribe EXercise (P3-EX) and American College of Sports Medicine Physical Activity Vital Sign (ACSM PAVS) Patient Inclusion Criteria

Sedentary: have not performed planned, structured physical activity at moderate intensity for ≥30 minutes on ≥3 days per week in the last 3 months

Adults: ≥18 and ≤64 yrs

≥1 cardiovascular disease risk factors: Having obesity, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and/or diabetes (or prediabetes)

Obesity: BMI ≥30 kg/m2 or WC \>102 cm (40 in) for men and \>88 cm (35 in) for women

Hypertension: Systolic BP ≥130 mm Hg and/or diastolic BP ≥80 mm Hg, or on antihypertensive medication

Dyslipidemia: LDL-C ≥130 mg/dL (3.37 mmol/L), or HDL-C \<40 mg/dL (1.04 mmol/L) in men and \<50 mg/dL (1.3 mmol/L) in women, or non-HDL-C ≥160 mg/dL (4.14 mmol/L), or on lipid-lowering medication, or TC ≥200 mg/dL (5.18 mmol/L)

Diabetes (or prediabetes): FBG ≥100 mg/dL or HbA1c ≥5.7%, or on medication for diabetes

Healthy: Having no signs or symptoms of or have cardiovascular or renal disease, or other diseases or health conditions that significantly limit physical activity engagement

Not pregnant or lactating

Not a cigarette smoker or quit smoking ≥6 months ago

Consume \<2 alcoholic drinks daily

Able to use a computer or phone with internet access

Fluent in English

Willing to maintain their medication routine and habitual diet and not follow other exercise or nutrition programs. Patient

Exclusion Criteria

4a. Have pain or discomfort in the chest, neck, jaw, or arms; dizziness or syncope; shortness of breath at rest or with mild exertion; unusual fatigue or shortness of breath with usual activities; orthopnea; ankle edema; intermittent claudication; palpitations; or known heart murmur 4b. Stroke or cancer survivors or currently have cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, musculoskeletal injury, chronic back pain, depression, dementia, or other diseases or health conditions that are deemed to significantly limit physical activity engagement.

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Storrs?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07238556) has an active research site in Storrs, CT that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Hypertension Treatment Options in Storrs, CT

If you're searching for hypertension treatment options in Storrs, CT, this clinical trial (NCT07238556) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Storrs research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced hypertension specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

Looking for more options? Browse all hypertension clinical trials near you to find additional studies recruiting in your area.

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