Behavioral intervention to increase walking in sedentary individuals
Influencing Basic Behavioral Mechanisms of Action While Targeting Daily Walking in Those at Risk for Cardiovascular Disease: Science of Behavior Change Factorial Experiment of Behavioral Change
This study is testing whether different behavior change techniques can help sedentary people at risk for heart disease walk more by at least 1000 steps a day.
Quick facts
| Phase | Phase 2 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 624 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 74 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Northwell Health Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (New York, New York) |
| Trial ID | NCT05425641 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study is a randomized, factorial experiment that tests the effects of four behavior change techniques (goal setting, action planning, self-monitoring, and feedback) on increasing daily walking by at least 1000 steps in sedentary individuals at risk for cardiovascular disease. Participants will undergo a 4-week baseline period to verify their sedentary status and adherence to activity tracking. Following this, they will be randomized into one of 16 intervention arms for an 8-week period where they will receive daily text messages aimed at promoting physical activity. The effectiveness of these techniques will be measured through continuous monitoring of step counts over a 12-week follow-up period.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-74 who are self-reportedly sedentary and have at least one risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
Not a fit: Patients with serious health conditions, mobility limitations, or those advised against increasing physical activity will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve physical activity levels and reduce cardiovascular disease risk in sedentary individuals.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with similar behavior change techniques in promoting physical activity, indicating a promising approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 - 74 years old of age * Self-reported physical inactivity * Objectively determined to be sedentary in baseline * Possess at least one risk factor for CVD * Report they are in good general health and have never been informed by a clinician that it was not advisable/safe to participate in a low-intensity walking program * Owns and can regularly access a smartphone capable of receiving text messages * Owns and can regularly access an e-mail account Exclusion Criteria: * \< 18 years old or \> 74 years old * Have self-reported poor health, limited mobility and/or have been advised by a clinician not to increase their low-intensity walking * Previously diagnosed with a heart attack, stroke, peripheral vascular disease, or received a stent * Inability to comply with study protocol during 4 week baseline period * Pregnancy * Previous diagnosis of a serious mental health condition or psychiatric disorder, such as bipolar disorder or schizophrenia * Cognitive impairment
Where this trial is running
New York, New York
- Institute of Health System Science — New York, New York, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Karina W Davidson, PhD, MASc — Northwell Health
- Study coordinator: Joan Duer-Hefele, RN, MA
- Email: jduerhefele@northwell.edu
- Phone: 646-766-7153
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.