Enhancing participation in pulmonary rehabilitation using peer support and storytelling
Official title: Improving Participation in Pulmonary Rehabilitation through Peer-Support and Storytelling
Funded at Baystate Medical Center, INC. · NIH-11162562 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking for ways to help people with COPD join and stick with pulmonary rehabilitation programs by connecting them with supportive peers who have been through the program and sharing inspiring stories through videos.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Baystate Medical Center, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Springfield, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2022 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $207,154 |
| NIH project number | 3R33HL157847-04S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11162562 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have been diagnosed with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and are eligible for pulmonary rehabilitation.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have COPD or those who are not eligible for pulmonary rehabilitation may not receive any benefit from this research.
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 encouragement. Additionally, storytelling interventions will involve creating and sharing videos featuring individuals who have faced similar health challenges, helping to change attitudes and promote engagement in PR. The goal is to identify effective strategies that can sustain participation in these vital rehabilitation programs.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased participation in pulmonary rehabilitation, ultimately improving the quality of life for patients with COPD.
How similar studies have gone: 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
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Baystate Medical Center, INC.
Springfield, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lindenauer, Peter Kyle — Baystate Medical Center, INC.
- Study coordinator: Lindenauer, Peter Kyle
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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.