Asthma study: PEF Interventional Session
Official title Asthma Symptom Perception Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06612294
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether a program that teaches you to notice breathing limits and gives you coaching can improve asthma control in older adults.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you are 60 or older, have asthma that is not well‑controlled, and take daily asthma medicines.
- What's involved
- You will attend three short sessions over six weeks where you learn to predict your breathing flow and talk with a coach. You will also answer questionnaires and use a small breathing meter at home.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about a year with visits at the start, 1 month, 6 months, and 12 months after the training.
- Time commitment: about 6 weeks
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 60 and older
You may be able to join if
- Age \> 60 years
- English or Spanish speaking
- Self-report or physician diagnosis of asthma \>1 year ago
- Uncontrolled asthma
You likely can't join if
- Dementia
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or other chronic respiratory illnesses,
- Congestive Heart Failure (CHF, New York Heart Association [NYHA] stages 4-5)
- Cigarette smoking \>15 packs-years
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- New York, New York, 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 study runs about 6 weeks per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 60 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at New York, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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