Health coaching program for lung transplant candidates
SHEBA-9466-22-RP-CTIL Health Coaching Telemedicine Program for Lung Transplant Candidates With End-stage Lung Disease: A Feasibility Study
This study tests a health coaching program using telemedicine to help people with severe lung disease prepare for a lung transplant by improving their activity levels, nutrition, and quitting smoking.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 56 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Sheba Medical Center Government |
| Locations | 1 site (Ramat Gan) |
| Trial ID | NCT06428513 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This program aims to improve the health and quality of life of patients with end-stage lung disease who are candidates for lung transplantation. Through telemedicine, participants will receive health coaching focused on enhancing physical activity, nutrition, and tobacco cessation. The program is designed to optimize patient preparation for transplantation and reduce complications, ultimately improving post-transplant outcomes. The approach utilizes motivational interviewing and goal-setting to empower patients in managing their health.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals with end-stage lung disease who are assessed as suitable for lung transplantation and can engage with online instructional materials.
Not a fit: Patients who are unwilling or unable to provide consent or those who cannot connect to video conferencing may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance the health outcomes and quality of life for lung transplant candidates.
How similar studies have performed: While health coaching has shown success in other chronic diseases, this specific approach for lung transplant candidates is novel and has not been previously tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Subjects with end stage lung disease assessed suitable for lung transplantation. * Able and willing to watch online instructional videos. Exclusion Criteria: * Unwilling or unable to provide consent * Uncooperative or combative * Unable to use / connect to video conferencing
Where this trial is running
Ramat Gan
- Sheba Medical Center — Ramat Gan, Israel (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Rani Polak, PhD — Sheba Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Liran Levy, MD
- Email: Liran.Levy@sheba.health.gov.il
- Phone: +97235302735
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.