New telehealth program aims to help ICU survivors recover at home
NCT ID NCT06501365
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 28, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests a telehealth program called PIC-TRFS for older adults (50+) who spent at least 48 hours in the ICU and are at risk for long-term problems. The program includes rehabilitation, health management, social support, and care coordination delivered over 6 months. Researchers want to see if it improves quality of life and function compared to usual care. The trial is currently suspended.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Post-Intensive Care Transitions Rehabilitation and Family Support (PIC-TRFS) program
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could point toward a standard telehealth support program to improve recovery and quality of life for older ICU survivors and their caregivers.
- What could go wrong
- This trial is suspended and still early. The intervention is complex and may not show clear benefits over usual care. Results may not apply to all ICU survivors.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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UPMC/University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States
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