Enhancing participation in pulmonary rehabilitation using peer support and storytelling
Improving Participation in Pulmonary Rehabilitation through Peer-Support and Storytelling
This study is looking to help people with COPD join pulmonary rehabilitation programs by connecting them with supportive peers who have been through the program and sharing inspiring stories through videos, making it easier and more encouraging for them to participate.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Baystate Medical Center, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Springfield, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10908294 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to improve participation in pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) programs for patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) by utilizing peer support and storytelling techniques. Patients will be paired with trained peers who have successfully completed PR and can share their experiences, providing motivation and guidance. Additionally, storytelling interventions will involve creating and sharing videos featuring individuals with similar health challenges, which can help change attitudes and encourage participation in PR. The study will assess the effectiveness of these strategies in increasing patient engagement and improving health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults diagnosed with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) who have been referred to pulmonary rehabilitation but have not yet participated.
Not a fit: Patients who are not diagnosed with COPD or those who are unable to participate in rehabilitation programs due to severe comorbidities may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased participation in pulmonary rehabilitation, resulting in improved quality of life and reduced hospitalizations for COPD patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with peer support and storytelling interventions in chronic disease management, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
Springfield, United States
- Baystate Medical Center, INC. — Springfield, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lindenauer, Peter Kyle — Baystate Medical Center, INC.
- Study coordinator: Lindenauer, Peter Kyle
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.