Smartphone mindfulness app tested to lower heart disease risk
NCT ID NCT06152185
First seen Feb 22, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 10 times
Summary
This study tests whether a smartphone-based mindfulness training program can reduce stress and improve cardiovascular health in stressed adults aged 45 and older who are at risk for heart disease. About 106 participants will either use the app for 28 days or continue their usual routine. Researchers will measure changes in stress, blood pressure, and daily life reactions over three months.
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University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
mindfulness training app
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost way to lower stress and improve heart health in at-risk adults.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early feasibility study with only 106 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and the app may not produce lasting changes in stress or blood pressure.
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