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Official title Implementation of a Beauty Salon-Based Strategy for Blood Pressure Management Among Women
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07042386
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- CROWN is a two-arm, cluster-randomized pilot trial testing the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of a salon-based cardiovascular intervention - training stylists as Heart Health Stylists to conduct in-salon blood pressure screenings, home monitoring with telehealth support, community health-worker coaching, and pharmacist-led medication management - among Black and Hispanic women with hypertension.
- 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 18 to 79, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Women are eligible if:
- At least 18 years old
- Self-identify as Black/African American or Hispanic
- Have an average seated systolic blood pressure of 130 mmHg or higher on initial salon screening, and
- Have visited the participating salons at least twice in the past six months.
You likely can't join if
- Women are excluded if:
- Pregnant or planning pregnancy during the study period
- Have end-stage renal disease requiring dialysis
- Have serious medical conditions limiting life expectancy to less than 12 months
- Currently participating in other cardiovascular intervention studies
- Have severe cognitive impairment, impeding informed consent
See the full eligibility criteria
- Women are eligible if:
- At least 18 years old
- Self-identify as Black/African American or Hispanic
- Have an average seated systolic blood pressure of 130 mmHg or higher on initial salon screening, and
- Have visited the participating salons at least twice in the past six months.
- Women are excluded if:
- Pregnant or planning pregnancy during the study period
- Have end-stage renal disease requiring dialysis
- Have serious medical conditions limiting life expectancy to less than 12 months
- Currently participating in other cardiovascular intervention studies
- Have severe cognitive impairment, impeding informed consent
- Unable to operate blood pressure monitoring equipment after training
- Plan to relocate outside the study area within 6 months
- Have documented adverse reactions to blood pressure cuff usage.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Compensation & support
A stipend or compensation may be offered.
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 female, 18 years to 79 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Baltimore, Maryland, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.