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Incentives in Cardiac Rehabilitation

Launched by UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK, TORONTO · Mar 23, 2017

Trial Information

Current as of May 21, 2025

Unknown status

Keywords

Cardiovascular Disease Cardiac Rehabilitation Financial Incentives Outpatient (Phase Ii) Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Adherence

ClinConnect Summary

A 52-week, randomized, crossover study design will be employed to examine the impact of financial incentives on MVPA among cardiac rehabilitation (CR) program graduates. Two experimental therapies, (1) online self-monitoring plus 'virtual rewards' (i.e. badges) (ExTrack.ca) and (2) online self-monitoring plus 'financial incentives' (ExTracker.ca), will be administered for six months, one after the other.

Study participants will be randomly assigned (1:1) to receive these therapies in one of two orders: Group A will receive ExTrack.ca (virtual rewards) for six months, followed by ExTracker....

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • CR program graduate (actively participating in program in month six, the final month, of the CR program).
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • No internet access
  • Non-English speaking
  • Diagnosed cognitive disorder
  • Participating in another post-CR intervention study

About University Health Network, Toronto

University Health Network (UHN), based in Toronto, is a leading academic health sciences center dedicated to advancing patient care through innovative research and education. As a prominent sponsor of clinical trials, UHN integrates cutting-edge scientific discoveries with clinical practice, facilitating the development of new therapies and treatment modalities. With a commitment to improving health outcomes, UHN collaborates with a diverse network of researchers, healthcare professionals, and industry partners, fostering an environment that prioritizes patient safety and ethical standards in clinical research. Through its extensive resources and expertise, UHN plays a pivotal role in transforming healthcare and enhancing the quality of life for patients both locally and globally.

Locations

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Trial Officials

Paul Oh, MD

Principal Investigator

University Health Network, Toronto

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

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