Using an activity tracker to encourage physical activity in cardiac rehabilitation patients
Using a mHealth Intervention to Promote Physical Activity in Phase III Cardiac Rehabilitation Clients
This study tests if using activity trackers can help people in cardiac rehab move more, sleep better, and improve their overall quality of life.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 46 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 99 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | AdventHealth University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Orlando, Florida) |
| Trial ID | NCT05795036 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This pilot project aims to implement a mobile health intervention using activity trackers, such as Fitbits, to promote self-monitoring of physical activity among patients in Phase III cardiac rehabilitation. Over the course of 8 weeks, participants will have their daily steps and sleep patterns recorded in natural settings. The study will develop an intervention protocol and evaluate its effectiveness on physical activity levels, sleep quality, functional capacity, and overall quality of life for the participants.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older currently enrolled in Phase III cardiac rehabilitation at Hope Clinic.
Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant, overly active, or participating in other health promotion programs may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could enhance physical activity levels and improve quality of life for patients undergoing cardiac rehabilitation.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies utilizing mobile health interventions for promoting physical activity have shown promising results, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria:
* currently receiving Phase III CR at Hope Clinic
* are 18 years of age or older
* can read and communicate in English
* able to follow instructions to walk
* provided signed informed consent
* willing to wear Fitbit throughout the study
* owns a smartphone with text messaging capability (participants need to decide ahead of time if they have a phone plan that is compatible with taking additional text messages without undue financial burden for themselves)
* willing to receive text messages and phone calls from the research team.
Exclusion Criteria:
* are pregnant or lactating
* have scheduled surgery or traveling within the next 8 weeks
* currently participating in other health promotion program
* sufficiently or overly active, as determined by a physical activity monitor worn for one week, indicating averaging ≥ 7,500 steps per day ("somewhat overly active").
Where this trial is running
Orlando, Florida
- AdventHealth University — Orlando, Florida, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Chia-Wei Fan, MD
- Email: chia-wei.fan@ahu.edu
- Phone: 407-609-1388
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.