Recruiting at 1 site No phase Anemia, Sickle Cell

Anemia, Sickle Cell study: SCThrive vs SCHealthED

Official title A Socio-ecological Approach for Improving Self-management in Adolescents With SCD

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06290401

What this study is testing

What it's testing
This study is testing whether a new program helps teens manage their health better. It also checks if this helps them use the emergency room less.
Who it's for
You may be able to join if you are 13 to 21 years old and have sickle cell disease.
What's involved
You would join an 8-week online group program. You would also use a mobile app and fill out short surveys.
Time commitment
The study lasts about 11 weeks, including check-ins three months after the program ends.
  • Which group you join is decided by chance.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 13 to 21

You may be able to join if

  • Patient of a participating SCD Clinic
  • Confirmed diagnosis of SCD
  • 13-21 years of age

You likely can't join if

  • Another chronic disease (which would complicate measurement of patient activation)
  • Non-English-speaking
  • Cognitive or psychiatric disorder that the physician or study therapists believe would impair study participation.

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it is enrolling

  • Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.

Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.

How long does this study last?

The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling all sexes, 13 years to 21 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

This study is enrolling now at Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.

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