Dr. Joe R. Nocera, PhD
Claim this profileAtlanta VA Medical and Rehab Center, Decatur, GA
Studies Aging
Studies Cardiovascular Disease
4 reported clinical trials
6 drugs studied
Affiliated Hospitals
Clinical Trials Joe R. Nocera, PhD is currently running
Virtual Care
for Cardiac Rehabilitation
Home-based CR (HBCR) is an alternative to traditional CR programs that has comparable efficacy in improving morbidity/mortality and increases access to critical services. There is major potential to improve Veteran engagement in CR by combining digital coaching (d-Coaching) with existing VA-supported technologies. The investigator's theory-based intervention targets a critical component of successful CR engagement that is not available through traditional programs: virtual social support through a social network. In addition, the investigators propose to improve self-efficacy and self-regulation through interactive digital multi-media education, personalized feedback, and motivation so that Veterans can complete the prescribed HBCR program and maintain physical activity long-term. This RCT will evaluate the effects of HBCR alone (usual care) versus HBCR + d-Coaching, including a private social media group (Movn), optimized Annie text messaging, VA Video Connect, and connected devices (Fitbits). The investigators will randomly assign 150 Veterans from 2 HBCR programs to a 3-month intervention. The addition of d- Coaching to existing digital technologies will be operationalized by using a private social media group to provide social support, education, personalized feedback, and motivation. The investigators aim to determine the effect of the d-Coaching intervention on: a) the number of completed HBCR sessions over 3 months, b) functional capacity, c) physical activity, c) psychosocial outcomes, d) clinical outcomes, and e) social cognitive factors of self-efficacy, self-regulation, and perceived social support over 6 months. The investigators will also evaluate the extent to which self-efficacy, self-regulation, and perceived social support mediate the effect of the intervention on function and physical activity.
Recruiting1 award Phase 23 criteria
Exercise Intervention
for Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of vision loss among Veterans aged 50 years and older. AMD also adversely affects mortality, physical and cognitive functioning, and activities of daily living. These debilitations negatively impact quality of life for US Veterans. Unfortunately, there are no cures and few treatments. With the increase in the aging Veteran population and the increasing prevalence of AMD, it is imperative to identify and implement strategies to limit the functional burden of AMD. To address this growing challenge, the investigators propose to test the impact of a proven exercise intervention, stationary bicycling (spinning), on visual and non-visual negative health outcomes in AMD. The work in several retinal degeneration mouse models shows that aerobic exercise significantly preserves retinal morphology and function and visual acuity. Even more exciting, the investigators' preliminary work with older Veterans with and without AMD suggests that spin cycling modestly but significantly benefits visual acuity in aged Veterans. Based on this work, the investigators propose to implement a 6-month synchronous, online group spin cycling program for Veterans with AMD, evaluating effects on physical, cognitive, and visual outcomes.
Recruiting1 award N/A
More about Joe R. Nocera, PhD
Clinical Trial Related1 year of experience running clinical trials · Led 4 trials as a Principal Investigator · 2 Active Clinical TrialsTreatments Joe R. Nocera, PhD has experience with
- D-Coaching
- Spin
- Aerobic Exercise
- Stretching And Balance Training
- SPIN
- Control
Breakdown of trials Joe R. Nocera, PhD has run
Cardiovascular Disease
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
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What does Joe R. Nocera, PhD specialize in?
Joe R. Nocera, PhD focuses on Aging and Cardiovascular Disease. In particular, much of their work with Aging has involved treating patients, or patients who are undergoing treatment.
Is Joe R. Nocera, PhD currently recruiting for clinical trials?
Yes, Joe R. Nocera, PhD is currently recruiting for 2 clinical trials in Decatur Georgia. If you're interested in participating, you should apply.
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Yes, Joe R. Nocera, PhD has studied treatments such as d-Coaching, Spin, Aerobic Exercise.
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The office of Joe R. Nocera, PhD is located at: Atlanta VA Medical and Rehab Center, Decatur, GA, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4004 United States. This is the address for their practice at the Atlanta VA Medical and Rehab Center, Decatur, GA.
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