REmote Physical ACtivity Intervention for High Blood Pressure Postpartum
Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexFemale
Age18+
SponsorNorthwestern University
About this trial
The purpose of this intervention is to help new mothers who had elevated blood pressure during pregnancy become more physically active after birth. The investigators will connect data from FitBits to the electronic health record. Women will then get weekly messages with feedback and goals to help them stay active. The investigators will test if the intervention improves step counts and blood pressure after pregnancy. The investigators will also test if the intervention is feasible and enjoyed by postpartum women.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Delivery of a live birth at Northwestern Medicine 6-12 weeks prior
Systolic blood pressure 120-139 or diastolic blood pressure 80-89 during the first 20 weeks of gestation
Low self-reported physical activity levels
Able to access the internet at least weekly
Disqualifiers
Medical contraindications to participating in a structured physical activity program
Currently participating in a structured physical activity or weight loss program
Hypertensive disorder of pregnancy (e.g., preeclampsia, gestational hypertension, eclampsia)
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Patient Portal Messaging
- FitBit EHR Linkage
Treatment groups
60 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groupsLocations
Sponsors and collaborators
Northwestern University
Lead sponsor
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
Collaborator
Source ClinicalTrials.gov