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New treatment option for Heart Failure
Official title Digital Health Physical Activity Program for Older Family Care Partners of Patents With Heart Failure
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05852509
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of the Aim 3 study is to conduct a pilot randomized controlled trial to assess feasibility and preliminary effects of the TPA4You intervention.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 50 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Age greater than or equal to 50 years
- Involved in caring for a household member aged 50 years or older with the New York Heart Association Class II, III or IV HF
- Provide at least 8 hours/week of unpaid care for the past 3 months
- Physically able to engage in structured exercise such as walking, and upper body resistance exercises
- Engage in \< 30 min of moderate-intensity exercise on fewer than 3 days per week
You likely can't join if
- Medical or functional conditions precluding participation in the physical activity (PA) components of the intervention (e.g., inability to walk one...
- Cognitive impairment (Telephone Interview for Cognitive Status [TICS] score \< 25)
- Inability to use technology
- Participation in a PA intervention in the previous 6 months
- Current participation in a PA or behavior change trial
- Physical activity unpreparedness ('Yes' to any questions 1-4 the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire [PAR-Q]. If participants respond 'yes' to...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age greater than or equal to 50 years
- Involved in caring for a household member aged 50 years or older with the New York Heart Association Class II, III or IV HF
- Provide at least 8 hours/week of unpaid care for the past 3 months
- Physically able to engage in structured exercise such as walking, and upper body resistance exercises
- Engage in \< 30 min of moderate-intensity exercise on fewer than 3 days per week
- Able to read, speak, and comprehend 5th grade English
- Own a smartphone
- Reachable by telephone, text messaging, and email
- Have a 6x6ft space fit for physical activity in the place of residence
- Medical or functional conditions precluding participation in the physical activity (PA) components of the intervention (e.g., inability to walk one block or climb stairs without chest pain, shortness of breath...
- Cognitive impairment (Telephone Interview for Cognitive Status [TICS] score \< 25)
- Inability to use technology
- Participation in a PA intervention in the previous 6 months
- Current participation in a PA or behavior change trial
- Physical activity unpreparedness ('Yes' to any questions 1-4 the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire [PAR-Q]. If participants respond 'yes' to any questions 5-7, we will ask follow-up questions.)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Aurora, Colorado, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 50 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Aurora, Colorado, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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