Can moving more help bone marrow transplant patients heal faster?
NCT ID NCT04115241
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tracks the activity levels of 200 bone marrow transplant patients using wearable devices. Researchers want to see if being more active before and during the hospital stay is linked to shorter hospital stays, better quality of life, and stronger hand grip. The goal is to understand barriers to activity and design ways to help patients stay active during recovery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help design programs to keep bone marrow transplant patients more active during recovery, potentially improving their hospital experience and outcomes.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not testing a treatment. It may find no clear link between activity and recovery, or results may not apply to all patients.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Iowa
RECRUITINGIowa City, Iowa, 52242, United States
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