Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension study: MHealth Intervention
Official title Mobile Health Intervention to Improve Exercise in Pediatric PH
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06549452
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether a mobile health app can increase daily steps in adolescents with pulmonary arterial hypertension.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you are a teenager with pulmonary arterial hypertension and can use a smartphone.
- What's involved
- You will use a mobile app that tracks your steps and gives you reminders to walk. You will also have a few check‑in visits with the study team.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about 12 weeks and includes weekly check‑ins and a final visit.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 10 to 21
You may be able to join if
- Adolescents between ages 10-21 years.
- Diagnosed with WHO Group 1 PAH or WHO Group 4 PH (CTEPH)
- WHO functional class I-III
- Stable PAH-specific medication regimen for three months prior to enrollment.
You likely can't join if
- Prohibited from normal activity due to wheelchair bound status, bed bound status, reliance on a cane/walker, activity-limiting angina...
- Pregnancy
- Diagnosis of PAH etiology other than idiopathic, heritable, or associated.
- Functional class IV heart failure
- Requirement of \> 2 diuretic adjustment in the prior three months.
- Preferred form of activity is not measured by an activity tracker (swimming, yoga, ice skating, stair master, or activities on wheels such as...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Adolescents between ages 10-21 years.
- Diagnosed with WHO Group 1 PAH or WHO Group 4 PH (CTEPH)
- WHO functional class I-III
- Stable PAH-specific medication regimen for three months prior to enrollment. people with only a single diuretic adjustment in the prior three months will be included.
- Prohibited from normal activity due to wheelchair bound status, bed bound status, reliance on a cane/walker, activity-limiting angina, activity-limiting osteoarthritis, or other condition that limits activity.
- Pregnancy
- Diagnosis of PAH etiology other than idiopathic, heritable, or associated.
- Functional class IV heart failure
- Requirement of \> 2 diuretic adjustment in the prior three months.
- Preferred form of activity is not measured by an activity tracker (swimming, yoga, ice skating, stair master, or activities on wheels such as bicycling or rollerblading).
- Involved in any other investigational intervention.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Nashville, Tennessee, 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?
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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, 10 years to 21 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Nashville, Tennessee, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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