Coronary Artery DiseasemTECH-RehabNCT05238103
Impact of a Corrie Cardiac Rehabilitation Program
A study testing Corrie Hybrid Cardiac Rehabilitation Program in people with Coronary Artery Disease and Myocardial Infarction, run by Johns Hopkins University at 1 site in United States.
Trial summary
In this randomized clinical trial, the researchers are investigating whether a multi-component virtual/hybrid cardiac rehabilitation program will improve functional status, cholesterol level, overall cardiovascular health, individual risk factors, quality of life and mental health for patients who have recently been… Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 years and older
- Conditions the study is for
- Coronary Artery Disease, Myocardial Infarction, Myocardial Ischemia
- What is being tested?
- Corrie Hybrid Cardiac Rehabilitation Program
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 259 participants
- Where
- 1 siteUnited States
- Study dates
- 3 Apr 2023to 14 Oct 2024
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- Yes, posted in the registrySummary in the doctors' view
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 years and older
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- 18 years or older
- Individuals admitted to the hospital for the following conditions or interventions during the index admission: Acute myocardial infarction (STEMI or NSTEMI type 1), Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), and Coronary artery angioplasty/stenting (PCI), Heart valve surgery, catheter-based aortic valve replacement (TAVR).
Who cannot join
- Non-English speaking
- Symptomatic severe aortic stenosis or other severe valvular disease
- Physical disability that would preclude safe and adequate exercise performance
- Hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy with peak resting left ventricular outflow gradient of >25 mmHg
- Known aortic dissection
- Severe resting arterial hypertension (Systolic blood pressure >200 mmHg or diastolic BP >110mmHg) at baseline assessment
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- Mental impairment leading to inability to cooperate with study procedures
- Untreated high degree atrioventricular block
- Atrial fibrillation with uncontrolled ventricular rate (Heart rate >110 at rest) at baseline assessment
- History of cardiac arrest or sudden death
- Myocardial infarction or cardiac surgery complications with cardiogenic shock and/or congestive heart failure and/or signs/symptoms of post-procedure ischemia
- Left ventricular ejection fraction <40%
- History of Clinically significant depression
- Visual or hearing impairment which precludes the use of the intervention
- Presence of cardiac defibrillator
- Incomplete revascularization procedure
- History of one or more episodes of falls in the last year
- Pregnancy
- If patients are deemed clinically unstable and unable to participate at the time of initial screening, the research team member may return at a later date to determine whether this status has changed.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: Impact of a Mobile Technology Enabled Corrie Cardiac Rehabilitation Program on Functional Status and Cardiovascular Outcomes (mTECH-Rehab): A Randomized Controlled Trial
In this randomized clinical trial, the researchers are investigating whether a multi-component virtual/hybrid cardiac rehabilitation program will improve functional status, cholesterol level, overall cardiovascular health, individual risk factors, quality of life and mental health for patients who have recently been diagnosed with myocardial infarction, received a coronary stent, underwent heart surgery or catheter-based valve replacement, as compared to traditional, center-based cardiac rehabilitation.
- Conditions
- Coronary Artery Disease, Myocardial Infarction, Myocardial Ischemia, Coronary Artery Occlusion, Coronary Artery Stenosis Stent, Bypass Graft Occlusion
- Being tested
- Corrie Hybrid Cardiac Rehabilitation Program
- Keywords
- digital health, smartphone app, self-management, guideline adherence, behavior modification, community engagement
- Medical subject headings
- Coronary Artery Disease, Myocardial Infarction, Myocardial Ischemia, Coronary Occlusion, Heart Valve Diseases
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Corrie Hybrid Cardiac Rehabilitation ProgramCombination product
The Corrie Hybrid Cardiac Rehabilitation Program is a multi-component intervention. It consists of the Corrie smartphone app for cardiovascular health optimization which is paired with wristband device (Apple Watch or Fitbit), Bluetooth-enabled Omron blood pressure monitor and exercise resistance bands. The program also includes individualized treatment plan development, setting health goals and communication with trained Corrie Health Coach. Furthermore, the intervention includes motivational text messages sent to participants throughout the study to aid with risk factor modification.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Corrie Hybrid Cardiac Rehabilitation Program (Intervention Group) | Experimental | Receives Corrie Virtual Cardiac Rehabilitation Program along with option to continue traditional, center-based cardiac rehabilitation. Receives: Combination Product: Corrie Hybrid Cardiac Rehabilitation Program |
| Facilitated Center-Based Cardiac Rehabilitation Program (Control Group) | No intervention | Receives traditional, center-based cardiac rehabilitation. The study team will help facilitate the logistics of receiving center-based cardiac rehabilitation, including proper referrals. |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
6-minute Walking Distance (Meters)
Mean difference in 6 minute walk distance, between Intervention and Control groups, as measured at final study visit occurring at 12 weeks after randomization.
Measured: 12 weeks after randomization
Secondary outcomes (14)
Composite Cardiovascular Health Metric for Secondary Prevention
The cardiovascular health metric for secondary prevention (adapted from American Heart Association's Life Simple 7). The score ranges from 0 to 14 with higher score indicating better cardiovascular health.
Measured: 12 weeks after randomization
Blood Pressure (mmHg)
Systolic blood pressure and Diastolic blood pressure
Measured: 12 weeks after randomization
Low Density Lipoprotein - Cholesterol (LDL-C)
LDL cholesterol level (in mg/dl) measured through blood sample drawn at 12 week follow up visit
Measured: 12 weeks after randomization
Glycosylated Hemoglobin (HbA1c)
Glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) level (%) measured through blood sample drawn at 12 week follow up visit
Measured: 12 weeks after randomization
Body Mass Index (kg/m^2)
BMI = weight (kg) / height in meters squared (m^2). Weight and height measured by study staff at study visit.
Measured: 12 weeks after randomization
Quality of Life as Assessed by the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Global Health-10
Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Global Health-10: The 10-item patient-reported questionnaire administered at 12 weeks follow up in which the response options are presented as 5-point (as well as a single 11-point) rating scales. The results of the questions are used to calculate two summary scores: a Global Physical Health Score and a Global Mental Health score. These scores are then standardized to the general population, using the "T-Score". The average "T-Score" for the United States population is 50 points, with a standard deviation of 10 points. Higher scores indicate a healthier patient.
Measured: 12 weeks after randomization
Blood Pressure Control
Blood pressure control (Cardiovascular secondary health metric component). Ideal (SBP <130 mmHg and DBP <90 mmHg). Intermediate (SBP 130-139 mmHg or DBP 80-89 mmHg). Poor (SBP ≥140 mmHg or DBP ≥90 mmHg).
Measured: 12 weeks after randomization
Cholesterol (LDL-C) Control
Cholesterol (LDL-C) control (Cardiovascular secondary health metric component). Ideal (LDL-C <70mg/dL). Intermediate (LDL-C 70-99 mg/dL). Poor (LDL-C ≥100mg/dL)
Measured: 12 weeks after randomization
Diabetes Control
Diabetes (HbA1c) control (Cardiovascular secondary health metric component). Ideal (HbA1c <7% for diabetic, <5.7% for non-diabetic). Intermediate (HbA1c 7.0-7.9% for diabetic, 5.0-5.9% for non-diabetic). Poor (HbA1c ≥8% for diabetic, ≥6.5% for non-diabetic).
Measured: 12 weeks after randomization
Weight (BMI) Categories
Weight (BMI) categories (Cardiovascular secondary health metric component). Ideal (BMI <25 kg/m^2). Intermediate (BMI 25-29 kg/m^2). Poor (BMI ≥ 30 kg/m^2).
Measured: 12 weeks after randomization
Physical Activity Categories
Physical activity categories (Cardiovascular secondary health metric component). Ideal (≥150 min/wk moderate physical activity, ≥75 min/wk vigorous physical activity). Intermediate (1-149 min/wk moderate physical activity, 1-74 min/wk vigorous physical activity). Poor (No regular exercise).
Measured: 12 weeks after randomization
Diet Categories
Diet categories (Cardiovascular secondary health metric component). Ideal (Rate Your Plate score 64-81). Intermediate (Rate Your Plate score 46-63). Poor (Rate Your Plate score 27-45).
Measured: 12 weeks after randomization
Tobacco Use
Tobacco use categories (Cardiovascular secondary health metric component). Ideal (never). Intermediate (Former smoker). Poor (Recent/Current smoker).
Measured: 12 weeks after randomization
Cardiac Rehabilitation Engagement
Cardiac rehabilitation engagement as measured by number of participants who attended the sessions per category. Grouped by Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS) categories: Initiation (0-12 sessions attended), Engagement 1 (13-24 sessions attended), Engagement 2 (25-36 sessions attended).
Measured: 12 weeks after randomization
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted14 Feb 2022
- Study start3 Apr 2023
- Primary completion14 Oct 2024
- Study completion14 Oct 2024
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Posted resultsParticipant flow, outcome measures and adverse events reported by the sponsor.
- Publications (1)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Coronary Artery DiseaseStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Johns Hopkins UniversityThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Supportive care
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 259 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Johns Hopkins University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Collaborators
- American Heart Association, Apple Inc.
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
- Investigators
- Lena Mathews, MD, MHS, Principal investigator, Johns Hopkins University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT05238103
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- IRB00308410
- Acronym
- mTECH-Rehab
- Status last verified
- Nov 2025
- First submitted
- 3 Feb 2022
- Last updated
- 5 Dec 2025
- Results posted
- Yes, on ClinicalTrials.gov
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- Yes
- Individual data sharing
- Yes: De-identified, aggregate level results, including primary and secondary outcomes, and the data dictionary will be shared through clinicaltrials.gov. Study documents (study protocol, statistical analysis plan, informed consent form, analytic code) will also be shared upon request.
Publications
Isakadze N, Kim CH, Marvel FA, Ding J, MacFarlane Z, Gao Y, Spaulding EM, Stewart KJ, Nimbalkar M, Bush A, Broderick A, Gallagher J, Molello N, Commodore-Mensah Y, Michos ED, Dunn P, Hanley DF, McBee N, Martin SS, Mathews L. Rationale and Design of the mTECH-Rehab Randomized Controlled Trial: Impact of a Mobile Technology Enabled Corrie Cardiac Rehabilitation Program on Functional Status and Cardiovascular Health. J Am Heart Assoc. 2024 Jan 16;13(2):e030654. doi: 10.1161/JAHA.123.030654. Epub 2024 Jan 16.
PubMed 38226511
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 5 Dec 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Impact of a Mobile Technology Enabled Corrie Cardiac Rehabilitation Program on Functional Status and Cardiovascular Outcomes (mTECH-Rehab): A Randomized Controlled Trial
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT05238103
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- mTECH-Rehab / IRB00308410
- Conditions
- Coronary Artery Disease, Myocardial Infarction, Myocardial Ischemia, Coronary Artery Occlusion, Coronary Artery Stenosis Stent, Bypass Graft Occlusion
- Keywords
- digital health, smartphone app, self-management, guideline adherence, behavior modification, community engagement
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 259 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Johns Hopkins UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Collaborators
- American Heart Association, Apple Inc.
- Study start
- 3 Apr 2023 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 14 Oct 2024 (actual)
- Study completion
- 14 Oct 2024 (actual)
- First posted
- 14 Feb 2022 (actual)
- Results
- Posted 5 Dec 2025
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
In this randomized clinical trial, the researchers are investigating whether a multi-component virtual/hybrid cardiac rehabilitation program will improve functional status, cholesterol level, overall cardiovascular health, individual risk factors, quality of life and mental health for patients who have recently been diagnosed with myocardial infarction, received a coronary stent, underwent heart surgery or catheter-based valve replacement, as compared to traditional, center-based cardiac rehabilitation.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Supportive care
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Corrie Hybrid Cardiac Rehabilitation Program (Intervention Group) | Experimental | Combination Product: Corrie Hybrid Cardiac Rehabilitation ProgramReceives Corrie Virtual Cardiac Rehabilitation Program along with option to continue traditional, center-based cardiac rehabilitation. |
| Facilitated Center-Based Cardiac Rehabilitation Program (Control Group) | No intervention | –Receives traditional, center-based cardiac rehabilitation. The study team will help facilitate the logistics of receiving center-based cardiac rehabilitation, including proper referrals. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 years and older
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (2 listed)
- 18 years or older
- Individuals admitted to the hospital for the following conditions or interventions during the index admission: Acute myocardial infarction (STEMI or NSTEMI type 1), Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), and Coronary artery angioplasty/stenting (PCI), Heart valve surgery, catheter-based aortic valve replacement (TAVR).
Key exclusion criteria (19 listed)
- Non-English speaking
- Symptomatic severe aortic stenosis or other severe valvular disease
- Physical disability that would preclude safe and adequate exercise performance
- Hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy with peak resting left ventricular outflow gradient of >25 mmHg
- Known aortic dissection
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Corrie Hybrid Cardiac Rehabilitation ProgramThe Corrie Hybrid Cardiac Rehabilitation Program is a multi-component intervention. It consists of the Corrie smartphone app for cardiovascular health optimization which is paired with wristband device (Apple Watch or Fitbit), Bluetooth-enabled Omron blood pressure monitor and exercise resistance bands. The program also includes individualized treatment plan development, setting health goals and communication with trained Corrie Health Coach. Furthermore, the intervention includes motivational text messages sent to participants throughout the study to aid with risk factor modification. | Combination product | Corrie Hybrid Cardiac Rehabilitation Program (Intervention Group) |
Primary outcome
6-minute Walking Distance (Meters)
Time frame: 12 weeks after randomization
Mean difference in 6 minute walk distance, between Intervention and Control groups, as measured at final study visit occurring at 12 weeks after randomization.
14 secondary outcomes
Composite Cardiovascular Health Metric for Secondary Prevention
Time frame: 12 weeks after randomization
Blood Pressure (mmHg)
Time frame: 12 weeks after randomization
Low Density Lipoprotein - Cholesterol (LDL-C)
Time frame: 12 weeks after randomization
Glycosylated Hemoglobin (HbA1c)
Time frame: 12 weeks after randomization
Body Mass Index (kg/m^2)
Time frame: 12 weeks after randomization
Quality of Life as Assessed by the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Global Health-10
Time frame: 12 weeks after randomization
Blood Pressure Control
Time frame: 12 weeks after randomization
Cholesterol (LDL-C) Control
Time frame: 12 weeks after randomization
Diabetes Control
Time frame: 12 weeks after randomization
Weight (BMI) Categories
Time frame: 12 weeks after randomization
Physical Activity Categories
Time frame: 12 weeks after randomization
Diet Categories
Time frame: 12 weeks after randomization
Tobacco Use
Time frame: 12 weeks after randomization
Cardiac Rehabilitation Engagement
Time frame: 12 weeks after randomization
Results and safety
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Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 5 Dec 2025.
- Posted resultsParticipant flow, baseline, all outcome measures and adverse events.
- Background: PubMed 38226511Isakadze N, Kim CH, Marvel FA, Ding J, MacFarlane Z, Gao Y, Spaulding EM, Stewart KJ, Nimbalkar M, Bush A, Broderick A, Gallagher J, Molello N, Commodore-Mensah Y, Michos ED, Dunn P, Hanley DF, McBee N, Martin SS, Mathews L. Rationale and Design of the mTECH-Rehab Randomized Controlled Trial: Impact of a Mobile Technology Enabled Corrie Cardiac Rehabilitation Program on Functional Status and Cardiovascular Health. J Am Heart Assoc. 2024 Jan 16;13(2):e030654. doi: 10.1161/JAHA.123.030654. Epub 2024 Jan 16.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Yes. De-identified, aggregate level results, including primary and secondary outcomes, and the data dictionary will be shared through clinicaltrials.gov. Study documents (study protocol, statistical analysis plan, informed consent form, analytic code) will also be shared upon request.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Lena Mathews, MD, MHS principal investigator
Johns Hopkins University
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Corrie Hybrid Cardiac Rehabilitation Program in people with Coronary Artery Disease and Myocardial Infarction, run by Johns Hopkins University at 1 site in United States.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 2 inclusion and 19 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 5 Dec 2025. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in United States. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
Yes. Results are posted in the registry (first posted 5 Dec 2025). A summary is in the For doctors view, and the full results are on ClinicalTrials.gov.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
6-minute Walking Distance (Meters) (time frame: 12 weeks after randomization). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT05238103, which also lists 1 linked publication.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 5 Dec 2025; AzTrials last refreshed its copy on 7 Nov 2026.