Improving positive emotions and physical activity after heart events

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study tests a 12-week intervention using positive psychology and motivational interviewing delivered remotely to patients recovering from acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Participants will receive additional text messages over 24 weeks to encourage physical activity and monitor their progress. The goal is to compare the effectiveness of this intervention against standard post-ACS treatment in improving physical activity, psychological well-being, and cardiovascular health outcomes. The study will enroll 280 patients who have low baseline physical activity levels following their ACS event.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* ACS (myocardial infarction or unstable angina)
* Suboptimal physical activity (score of \< 6 on the Medical Outcomes study Specific Adherence Scale item related to physical activity)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Cognitive deficits (assessed via a 6-item cognitive screening tool)
* Medical conditions likely to lead to death within 6 months.
* Moderate-severe depression (Patient Health Questionnaire-9 \[PHQ-9\] score ≥15)
* Inability to participate in physical activity due to another medical condition (e.g., arthritis)
* Inability to read, write, or speak in English
* Inability to receive text-messages
* Current participation in another intervention or program that has been designed to promote well-being or physical activity

Where it's running

• Massachusetts General Hospital
  Boston, Massachusetts, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Jeff C Huffman, M.D. — Massachusetts General Hospital
• Study coordinator: Jeff C Huffman, M.D.
• Email: jhuffman@partners.org
• Phone: 617-724-2910

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.