A remote booster program to attenuate sedentary behaviour in patients with coronary artery disease: a randomized controlled trial.
Eur J Prev CardiolSep 8, 2026
Clinical ResearchCardiology
Sophie H Kroesen, Bram M A van Bakel, Marijn de Bruin et al.
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In 30 seconds
This randomized controlled trial evaluated a 3-week remote booster intervention aimed at reducing sedentary time (ST) in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) who had completed cardiac rehabilitation. The intervention led to a significant reduction in ST by -1.3 hours/day compared to -0.1 hours/day in the control group, alongside an increase in light physical activity by +1.1 hours/day.
Key findings
- Booster participants experienced a reduction in ST of -1.3 hours/day compared to -0.1 hours/day in controls.
- The number of prolonged sedentary bouts decreased by -1.1 bouts/day in the booster group versus an increase of 0.2 bouts/day in controls.
- Light physical activity increased by +1.1 hours/day in the booster group compared to +0.2 hours/day in controls.
Why it matters
Reducing sedentary behavior and increasing physical activity are crucial for improving health outcomes in patients with coronary artery disease. This study suggests that remote interventions can effectively support lifestyle changes post-cardiac rehabilitation.