Can a home exercise program help liver transplant patients get stronger?
NCT ID NCT04836923
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a home-based physical therapy program called LIFT for people with liver cirrhosis waiting for a transplant. The program included a personalized exercise plan, a smartphone app to track progress, daily text reminders, and regular phone check-ins. The goal was to see if this approach could reduce frailty and improve physical function in 81 participants.
What this could mean
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Active substance
home-based physical therapy program (LIFT)
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could offer a practical way to improve physical fitness and reduce frailty in people waiting for a liver transplant.
What could go wrong
This was a small, early-stage study with no control group, so results may not be definitive. The program requires a smartphone and motivation, which may not work for everyone.
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Northwestern Medicine
Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States