Improving health literacy and behaviors in older adults with hypertension in rural areas
Health Literacy and Health Promotion Behaviors Among Middle-aged and Older Adults with Hypertension in Rural Communities: a Mixed Methods Study
This study is testing if a mobile health program can help older adults with high blood pressure in rural areas understand their condition better and adopt healthier habits.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 160 (estimated) |
| Ages | 45 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Chimei Medical Center Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Tainan, Taiwan) |
| Trial ID | NCT06666361 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of a mobile health intervention aimed at enhancing health literacy and promoting healthy behaviors among middle-aged and older adults with hypertension in rural communities. It employs a mixed methods approach, beginning with qualitative research followed by a quantitative phase that includes a randomized controlled trial. Participants will be assigned to either an experimental group receiving a hypertension education manual along with mobile health support or a control group receiving only the manual. The intervention lasts for two months, with assessments conducted before and after the program to measure changes in health literacy and behaviors.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are middle-aged and older adults aged 45 and above, diagnosed with hypertension, and capable of using a smartphone for health interventions.
Not a fit: Patients with cognitive impairments, mental disorders, or a high comorbidity index may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve health literacy and self-management behaviors in patients with hypertension, leading to better health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using mobile health interventions to improve health outcomes in similar populations, indicating a potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Diagnosed with hypertension for one year or more (including) and controlled with medication (systolic blood pressure ≥ 130 mmHg and diastolic blood pressure ≥ 80 mmHg). 2. Aware hypertensive patients aged ≥ 45 years with the ability to read and write. 3. Able to take medication independently. 4. Own a smartphone and are able to use it, and are willing to receive text messages (TxtM) or mobile health interventions (m-Health). 5. Agree to participate in the study. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Have cognitive impairments or mental disorders. 2. CCI (Charlson Comorbidity Index) score ≥ 3.
Where this trial is running
Tainan, Taiwan
- Chi Mei Hospital, Liouying — Tainan, Taiwan, Taiwan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Su.Chiu Hsiao — Chi Mei Medical Center,Liouying Director Nursing Department
- Study coordinator: Man-Ting Cheng
- Email: hate6699@gmail.com
- Phone: +886 961062509
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.