SHINE
Research type
Research Study
Full title
Blood pressure evolution and user satisfaction in a hypertensive population using the Aktiia 24/7 Optical Blood Pressure Monitoring (OBPM) device: a prospective observational cohort study. Trends and Satisfaction in Hypertensives using Aktiia Optical BP Monitoring Device (SHINE)
IRAS ID
345157
Contact name
John Luke Twelves
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
Aktiia
Clinicaltrials.gov Identifier
Duration of Study in the UK
0 years, 10 months, 2 days
Research summary
Many people don't know they have high blood pressure or don't have it under control. Traditional methods to measure blood pressure use an arm cuff, which can be uncomfortable and sometimes gives inaccurate readings. Other illnesses related to having high blood pressure put a burden on patients and healthcare systems. Using a small, non-invasive at-home device is a possible way of reducing the number of people with high blood pressure and its associated complications worldwide.
This study aims to observe how blood pressure changes over 12 weeks by collecting blood pressure readings from the Aktiia 24/7 device (a small bracelet which connects to a smartphone application and cuff). The study will compare the blood pressure readings with participants personal, lifestyle, and health information. The study will also assess participants feedback on their experiences using the device. 2 questionnaires will be asked, 1 at baseline and 1 at week 12. 7500 participants with known high blood pressure will be recruited in the UK. The study will be conducted remotely with all data collection online.
REC name
London - Queen Square Research Ethics Committee
REC reference
24/PR/0776
Date of REC Opinion
1 Aug 2024
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion