Cardiac rehabilitation program using motivational interviews for heart attack recovery
Motivational Interview for Cardiac Rehabilitation in Acute Myocardial Infarction: A Randomized Controlled Trial in the Primary Healthcare Area.
This study tests if a special heart rehab program that uses motivational interviews can help people recover better after a heart attack compared to standard care.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 284 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Consorci d'Atenció Primària de Salut de l'Eixample Academic / other |
| Locations | 4 sites (Barcelona and 3 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05285969 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of a cardiac rehabilitation program that incorporates motivational interviewing for patients discharged after an acute myocardial infarction. It is a randomized clinical trial involving at least 284 participants from six primary healthcare centers. Participants will be assigned to either the motivational interview group or a standard care group, with outcomes assessed at 1, 3, and 6 months post-discharge. The goal is to improve lifestyle changes and rehabilitation outcomes in heart attack survivors.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 who have been hospitalized for acute coronary syndrome and are discharged to home with a need for cardiac rehabilitation.
Not a fit: Patients with severe comorbidities, significant psychiatric disorders, or those who have participated in hospital cardiac rehabilitation may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could enhance recovery and lifestyle changes for patients after a heart attack, potentially reducing the risk of future cardiac events.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that motivational interviewing can be effective in promoting lifestyle changes in patients recovering from acute myocardial infarction, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age \>18 years. * Hospital admission for acute coronary syndrome (diagnostic codes ICD-10: I20-I22). * Post unscheduled cardiac revascularization surgery (procedure code ICD-10: 021x). * Discharge to home with the area of the 7 PHCs. * Indication of RC indication. * Voluntary participation. Exclusion Criteria: * Acute aortic disease, * Severe pulmonary hypertension. * Uncontrolled arrhythmias. * Decompensated Heart Failure or significant valvular or congenital heart disease. * Intervention in heart valves and/or interventricular septum. * Diseases that prevent exercise. * Osteoarticular disease that severely limits exercise. * Severe mental disorder. * Any severe psychiatric disorders. * Cognitive disability. * Verbal communication problems. * Participation in hospital Cardiac Rehabilitation.
Where this trial is running
Barcelona and 3 other locations
- Centre Atenció Primària de Les Corts — Barcelona, Spain (Recruiting)
- CAP Compte Borrell — Barcelona, Spain (Not_yet_recruiting)
- Centre Atenció Primària Montengre — Barcelona, Spain (Recruiting)
- Centre Atenció Primària Casanova — Barcelona, Spain (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Luis González de Paz, PhD — Consorci d'Atenció Primària de Salut Barcelona Esquerra (CAPSBE)
- Study coordinator: Luis González de Paz, PhD
- Email: lgonzale@clinic.cat
- Phone: 0034 932275683
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.