Health Coaching for Heart Disease
(HEALTHCOACH Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The goal of this longitudinal study is to investigate the role of virtual health coaching on mitigation of cardiometabolic disease risk in an underserved, food insecure population. The main questions it aims to answer are:* Does longitudinal, individualized health coaching directed at lifestyle modification reduce patient 10-year risk of heart attack or stroke?* Does longitudinal, individualized health coaching directed at lifestyle modification reduce rates of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and diabetes?* Does longitudinal, individualized health coaching directed at lifestyle modification improve accessibility to healthcare?Researchers will investigate the effects of regularly scheduled health coaching sessions on composite cardiometabolic risk profile as well as individual modifiable cardiovascular risk factors.Participants will:* Participate in in-person cardiovascular screening, occuring at the time of enrollment, months 3 and 6.* Engage in virtual health coaching sessions to talk about diet, exercise, weight loss, blood pressure and diabetes control, and accessibility to healthcare* Keep a log of their blood pressure
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It focuses on health coaching and lifestyle changes, so it's best to discuss your medications with the trial team.
Is health coaching safe for humans?
How is Longitudinal, Individualized Health Coaching different from other heart disease treatments?
Longitudinal, Individualized Health Coaching is unique because it focuses on personalized, ongoing support to help patients make lifestyle changes and improve adherence to medications, rather than just prescribing medication or procedures. This approach can lead to sustained improvements in heart health by addressing individual risk factors and encouraging proactive health management.16789
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Longitudinal, Individualized Health Coaching for heart disease?
Research shows that health coaching can help people manage chronic diseases by improving lifestyle habits like diet and exercise, which are important for heart health. A study found that health coaching led to better management of cardiovascular risk factors, suggesting it could be beneficial for heart disease.14101112
Who Is on the Research Team?
Daniel Luger, MD
Principal Investigator
Rush University Medical Center
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for individuals who are food insecure and at risk of heart disease, high cholesterol, hypertension, or diabetes. It's designed to help those who need lifestyle changes to improve their health. Participants will be screened for cardiovascular issues and must commit to virtual health coaching sessions.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Initial Health Coaching
Participants receive biweekly virtual health coaching sessions for lifestyle modification, including diet and exercise guidance.
Continued Health Coaching
Participants continue with monthly virtual health coaching sessions to monitor and adjust lifestyle changes.
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in cardiometabolic risk factors and accessibility to healthcare.
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Longitudinal, Individualized Health Coaching
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Rush University Medical Center
Lead Sponsor
The Physicians' Foundation
Collaborator