IAMABLE: a web app to support self-management of rehabilitation for chronic conditions
IAMABLE: Implementation and Evaluation of an App for Evidence-Based Self-Management Rehabilitation Strategies
This pilot will test whether using the IAMABLE web app for 4 months helps people aged 45–75 with chronic musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, or neurological conditions manage daily activities and rehabilitation better than general online health information.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 44 Years to 75 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | McMaster University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Hamilton, Ontario) |
| Trial ID | NCT06773169 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This is a pilot randomized controlled, hybrid type 1 effectiveness-implementation trial using the RE-AIM framework to examine feasibility and preliminary effectiveness. Fifty community-dwelling adults aged about 45–75 will be randomly assigned to 4 months of access to the IAMABLE app (modules, goal setting, self-assessments, tailored recommendations, and an "Ask a Therapist" feature) or to general web-based health information. Assessments will occur at baseline, 4 months, and 8 months and will include patient-reported outcomes and implementation measures. Recruitment will occur in five Canadian communities (Hamilton, Kingston, London, Halifax, Winnipeg) to test study procedures and early implementation factors.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are community-dwelling adults about 45–75 years old who have at least one chronic musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, or neurological condition, have a computer or mobile device and email, can follow directions in English, and report being at least somewhat comfortable with basic computer tasks.
Not a fit: People with significant cognitive impairment (MoCA 5‑minute score <11), no device or internet access, insufficient English ability, or who are unable or unwilling to use web apps are unlikely to benefit from this intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the app could help people maintain or improve daily function and self-manage rehabilitation needs at home more easily and affordably.
How similar studies have performed: Previous web-based self-management and rehabilitation programs have shown promising but mixed results, so this pilot builds on a growing evidence base.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * is community-dwelling, has access to a computer or mobile device, has an email address, is able to follow directions in English, self-reports at least one of three types of prevalent chronic conditions associated with disability that frequently require rehabilitation supports (i.e., musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and neurological conditions), responds "somewhat easily" or "very easily" to questions on the Modified Computer Proficiency Questionnaire (MCPQ-12). Exclusion Criteria: * scores \< 11/15 on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) 5-Minute Test (Version 2.1).
Where this trial is running
Hamilton, Ontario
- McMaster University — Hamilton, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Lori Letts, PhD — McMaster University
- Study coordinator: Lori Letts, PhD
- Email: lettsl@mcmaster.ca
- Phone: 19055259140
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.